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How To Cure Fordyce Spots?

I have fordyce spots and I tried toothpaste, Vicks vapor rub, and even just using a finger nail file. They never go away and I don't know what to do. I haven't talk to a doctor because most likely they do nothing. I need so thing that can get of these for good. It's really embarrassing. Any suggestions?
Thu, 16 Oct 2014
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Dentist, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery,  's  Response
Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.
The fordyce granules or spots are nothing but ectopic eruption of sebaceous gland. It is a normal variant. it will not harm you, It will not go or disappear by brushing or applying vicks. Please do not apply vicks or any chemicals without prescription, these can result in allergic reaction like lichenoid reaction, then you might develop ulcers, burning sensation and pain.
If the fordyce granules are troubling you or appearing odd, then you can get it removed by laser treatment or surgery. But it will recur again.
I hope my answer will help you, take care.
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How To Cure Fordyce Spots?

Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query. The fordyce granules or spots are nothing but ectopic eruption of sebaceous gland. It is a normal variant. it will not harm you, It will not go or disappear by brushing or applying vicks. Please do not apply vicks or any chemicals without prescription, these can result in allergic reaction like lichenoid reaction, then you might develop ulcers, burning sensation and pain. If the fordyce granules are troubling you or appearing odd, then you can get it removed by laser treatment or surgery. But it will recur again. I hope my answer will help you, take care.