Question 1

any tips on getting rid of puffy eyelids after a home extraction for milia was done? i have been doing ice and benadryl since yesterday

Accepted Answer

Irritation: This may take a few days or more to subside depending on the degree of irritation from the procedure. Topical hydrocortisone cream for a few days may help reduce the inflammation.

Question 2

i need help milia problem! (white head)?

Accepted Answer

Milia: are tiny white bumps that occur when keratin becomes trapped below the skin's surface.  Most go away on their own and in most cases, no treatment is recommended.  Attempts to treat milia outside of a dermatologist's office can result in infection and scarring.  Some people have had success by using saunas or steam baths.

Question 3

what to do if i am 24 and i've had bad skin for a while now. i get white heads (milia?

Accepted Answer

See a dermatologist: A dermatologist can evaluate your skin and provide specific treatments to help improve it. Proper treatment requires proper evaluation by your PCP or a dermatologist.

Question 4

i've 6-7 small milias on my face. they all got developed in 15-20 days. my skin specialist removed some of them. are these milias normal? any worry?

Accepted Answer

Mainly cosmetic: Milia are not dangerous, but can be unattractive. They can usually be unroofed with little residual scar.

Question 5

i have dots on my chin that look like milia, but i had heard that milia is only for babys. i also have these dots on my fore head that are only visible in light. what should i use or what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Adult milia: You may have adult form of milia.  Milia occur when tiny bits of dead skin clog pores. In babies they go away spontaneously, in adults they may need to be removed.  They aren't serious just annoying. See: http://www.Nlm.Nih.Gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001367.Htm.

Question 6

the day bef.yesterday,my dr. extracted milia on my cheeks then rubbed my skin roughly  a gauze, now there's a crust on my face , i'm worried abt pih

Accepted Answer

Crust on face: do not worry
Don't rub your face for a few days 
Wash gently.
You won't get PIH . . .

Question 7

white head milia or whiteheads on my elbow?

Accepted Answer

Simple rule: no inflammation, milia.  Inflammation, whiteheads

Question 8

tiny white lumps under the skin on the chin, temples and neck that arenot milia?

Accepted Answer

Many causes : These can represent a number of benign growths including variants of cysts or hair follicle growths. See a dermatologist who may biopsy a small area to diagnose the lesions and recommend treatment options.

Question 9

i get tiny milia on cheeks if i don't exfoliate.  one beside outer corner of eye pin head size. gentle press & cheesy stuff easily came out. milia?

Accepted Answer

Very Likely: That sure sounds like a milia. Keep up your exfoliation. Sounds like its working.

Question 10

i have milia under my eyes, i have oily skin and i live in a very humid and sunny place, should i use sunblock cream or not? if i should, what type?

Accepted Answer

Always: You should always wear some type of sunblock daily SPF 15 or greater.  For the face, I recommend something relatively sheer that will not cause clogging of the pores or increase the oil on your skin.

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A member asked:

Any tips on getting rid of puffy eyelids after a home extraction for milia was done? i have been doing ice and benadryl since yesterday

A member asked:

I need help milia problem! (white head)?

A member asked:

What to do if i am 24 and i've had bad skin for a while now. i get white heads (milia?

A member asked:

I've 6-7 small milias on my face. they all got developed in 15-20 days. my skin specialist removed some of them. are these milias normal? any worry?

A member asked:

I have dots on my chin that look like milia, but i had heard that milia is only for babys. i also have these dots on my fore head that are only visible in light. what should i use or what should i do?

A member asked:

The day bef.yesterday,my dr. extracted milia on my cheeks then rubbed my skin roughly a gauze, now there's a crust on my face , i'm worried abt pih

A member asked:

White head milia or whiteheads on my elbow?

A member asked:

Tiny white lumps under the skin on the chin, temples and neck that arenot milia?

A member asked:

I get tiny milia on cheeks if i don't exfoliate. one beside outer corner of eye pin head size. gentle press & cheesy stuff easily came out. milia?

A member asked:

I have milia under my eyes, i have oily skin and i live in a very humid and sunny place, should i use sunblock cream or not? if i should, what type?

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