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Milia...? Is it different from acne or warts?

Warts, syringoma, acne, milia

They are all completely different skin conditions, but they have one thing in common: they’re annoying and somehow bothersome!

Today, we’ll take a look at this one in particular!

Please explain!

Bulldog cheeks (jowls)

Milia are small cysts that appear on the skin’s surface as tiny white or yellow millet-like bumps,

and they are filled with keratin.

They usually do not cause symptoms such as pain or itching, and are often considered a cosmetic issue!

Because milia are benign tumors, they are not very harmful to health. Milia in newborns often disappear on their own, but milia in adults often do not go away naturally, so treatment is often sought for cosmetic reasons.

Causes and symptoms by type

Primary milia:

They occur naturally without any particular cause. They can appear from infancy through all age groups,

and are mainly found on the face, especially around the eyes and on the cheeks.

Secondary milia:

These are milia that form in areas where the skin has been damaged. They can occur after burns, trauma, blisters, dermabrasion, and more,

and are known to originate from hair follicles or sweat glands.

Typical symptoms:

White or yellow papules (raised bumps) about 1 to 4 mm in diameter,

appearing singly or in multiples.

They commonly occur on the face, such as around the eyes, cheeks, and forehead.

There is no pain or inflammation, and they are usually not contagious.

If you squeeze milia by hand, there is a risk of scarring or secondary infection! You should be careful about removing them yourself.

Known treatment methods?

Expression: a direct removal method

After making a small opening on the surface of the milia with a sterilized needle or a sharp blade,

the keratin inside is removed using a comedone extractor, etc.

Laser treatment: CO2 laser, etc.

Carbon dioxide lasers can be used to remove milia.

Other:

In some cases, cryotherapy and chemical peels have also been used. The use of ointments containing ingredients effective for milia may also be used in treatment.

Precautions:

Since milia can look similar to closed comedones or molluscum contagiosum,

it is important to consult a specialist for an accurate diagnosis and treatment.

Skin problems often occur due to the combined effect of multiple factors rather than a single cause.

The appropriate improvement method may differ depending on which cause is acting most strongly.

Accordingly, please consult a specialist before undergoing a procedure.

If it’s not harmful at all, does that mean milia don’t need treatment?

Of course, since milia are benign tumors that are not harmful to the human body,

it is fine not to treat them if that is the individual’s choice!

However.... there are many other conditions with symptoms similar to milia

(closed comedones, molluscum contagiosum, syringoma, etc...)

If you decide on your own, “This is milia, so it’s not harmful!”

when it is actually another condition, you may end up being harmed.

If the symptoms are severe or if you feel some foreign-body sensation and discomfort,

it is better to consult a specialist, receive an accurate diagnosis, and then take action!

Never try to remove it yourself at home by hand, absolutely never...

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please let us know in the comments!

If you learn the names in detail and search for dermatology or

consultation,

you will be able to proceed more effectively and comfortably! So, Forena Clinic will support your healthy skin life again today!

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✅ Because there can be significant differences depending on the patient’s skin condition and the medical staff’s clinical experience, please make your decision after sufficient consultation with a specialist.

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and were taken under the same conditions.

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