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What Causes Blackish Discharge From A Blackhead?
Question: I removed a blackhead and now there is black cuming out .
Brief Answer:
It is oxidised sebum
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome to Healthcare-Magic
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Dear Sir,
The blackish material coming out is Oxidized sebum. Black heads usually occurring due to partial blockage of skin pores. There is accumulation of lipid rich material known as sebum. As the blockage is partial, air enters it and leading to oxidisation of sebum giving it blackish colour. There might be slight persistent discharge from it.
Local application of Clindamycin Ointment will be helpful.
Do get back to me if you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you
Take Care
Best Regards
Dr T Shobha Deepak
MBBS,MD
It is oxidised sebum
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome to Healthcare-Magic
Greetings of the day
Dear Sir,
The blackish material coming out is Oxidized sebum. Black heads usually occurring due to partial blockage of skin pores. There is accumulation of lipid rich material known as sebum. As the blockage is partial, air enters it and leading to oxidisation of sebum giving it blackish colour. There might be slight persistent discharge from it.
Local application of Clindamycin Ointment will be helpful.
Do get back to me if you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you
Take Care
Best Regards
Dr T Shobha Deepak
MBBS,MD
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