Can't Figure out Cause of Milia
asked 1 year ago by selfimposedhermit in capistrano beach, ca
Latest answer by Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD
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Tags: eyelids, under eyes, causes, milia
I have only recently begun to get several tiny milia under eyes and on eyelids. Can't see why? Using hypoallergenic cream on eye area, not new. Can they be removed by a dermatologist? And what can I use on my eye area? It's really horrifying to see. thanks
2 answers to Can't Figure out Cause of Milia
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Bumps around eyes such as milia
It is important to see a board-certified dermatologist to ensure that your bumps are milia, which are tiny cysts. Bumps around the eyelids can be sweat gland growths, oil-gland growths and triglyceride deposits. All are different.
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Milia=Miniature Epidermal cysts
Milia are miniature epidermal cysts (sometimes erroneously called sebaceous cysts). Sure they had some ambition but not the drive nor tenacity required to become that foul smelling, appearance ruining, disgusting cystic structures we dermatologists and plastic surgeon have grown to hate.
IN babies and infants they are caused by the plugging up of immature follicles. They can occur following laser treatment or surgical excisions when healing skin...
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Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD
Virginia Beach Dermatologist
Virginia Beach Dermatologist