How Can Milia Be Recognized Through Its Appearance And Treated?

Posted on Fri, 9 Feb 2018

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Fri, 9 Feb 2018 Answered on

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Question : skin issues. How can milia be recognized through its appearance and treated?

Answered by Dr. Ilyas Patel (14 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Most probably milia

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

After seeing the photo, it seems that most probably it may be milia.
Kindly consult the dermatologist for the perfect diagnosis and proper treatment.

Milia is a benign condition characterized by minute cystic lesions consisting of whitish keratinized material.

It may disappear without treatment. If it remains for a long time and if you are embarrassed, it may be removed by electrocautery under local anesthesia.

I hope this would help.

Thanks.

Dr. Ilyas Patel MD

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