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I have these tiny white things that slightly stick out of my skin and i can pull them out. they sometimes look like tiny feathers. what could they be?
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Defect of hair shaft: Go to a dermatologist for evaluation and treatment. It would be fun to tell you are growing wings and could fly.
Answered 3/30/2014
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Likely comedones: If the lesions are in the face and neck area, these are likely comedones. You could try washing the affected skin with soap frequently. Over the counter acne medications may be helpful. If it persists it would be time to a dermatologist.
Answered 4/8/2016
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