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Comedones

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Acne - close-up of pustular lesions Blackheads (comedones) Blackheads (comedones) close-up Acne, cystic on the chest Acne, cystic on the face Acne, vulgaris on the back Acne, close-up of cysts on the back Acne, cystic on the back

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Comedones

Definition:

Comedones are small, flesh-colored, white, or dark bumps that give skin a rough texture. The bumps are found at the opening of a sebaceous follicle (pore). See acne.

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Alternative Names:
Skin bumps - acne-like; Acne-like skin bumps

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