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What do blackheads look like?

I'm 14 years old, and I have these black bumps on my nose and forehead. Could these be blackheads? How can I treat them at home?
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Can frequent hot tub use cause rashes?

Ever since I bought a new hot tub, I've been using it almost every day. But I've been getting a rash on my legs. Could it be from the hot tub?
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Should I stop eating chocolate because of acne?

I periodically break out with acne, and I think this has a lot to do with my diet. I understand that greasy foods aren't usually good, but should I also avoid eating chocolate?...
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Can one remove moles without getting surgery?

I have a mole that I would like to remove, but if it leaves the typical surgical scar then I don't want it removed surgically. Is it possible to remove moles without surgery?...
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Why do lips peel?

My lips have started peeling pretty badly, and I think it has to do with the weather. Should I start using lip balm or vaseline? What causes lips to peel?
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Are whiteheads around lips common?

I get the whiteheads around my lips often. Is it normal to get whiteheads around your lips? What should I do for them?
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Bruise-like, itchy spot on skin. What is it?

I have a light brown, bruise looking spot on my lower back. It’s not a bruise. It doesn’t hurt at all and it’s been the same since I noticed it. I’ve noticed it there for probably...
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Is petechiae harmful?

I have petechiae with no other symptoms. How many days will it take to go away?
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Would I need to have antibiotics after Mohs surgery?

I'm going to get Mohs surgery next week, and I'm just wondering about whether or not I would get antibiotics after it's done. My dermatologist told me that this surgery has a...
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Which blackhead cleansers won't dry my skin out?

I started getting a lot of blackheads on my forehead and nose. It seems like every cleanser I try makes my skin dry. Which blackhead cleansers won't dry my skin out?
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How does MOHS surgery remove lesions?

I'm going to have lesions removed with MOHS surgery, but I barely know anything about it. What does this procedure involve?
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Do cancerous moles itch?

I'm a 21 year old male. Recently, I've been obsessing over a mole on my shoulder that sometimes gets extremely itchy. Do cancerous moles itch?
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My mole looks like it changed colors. Is this melanoma?

My mole on my arm turned into a different color. It was once brown but now it's black--or it seems black. Could this mean that it's cancerous?
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Why does my skin look dirty?

Some parts of my skin look dirty no matter how much I wash them. Scrubbing does not help. What should I do? Could this be a skin pigment issue?
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Is there any way to remove tattoos?

I have a horrible tattoo on my lower back, and I would really like it to be removed. Is there any way to remove tattoos?
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What's the difference between rosacea and acne?

I thought I had acne before I went to the dermatologist. Instead, it turned out I have a mild case of rosacea. But it looks the same to me, what's the difference between these...
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How long is the recovery after Mohs surgery?

I'm getting Mohs surgery at the end of this month, and my doctor didn't really tell me much about the recovery time. I guess when it gets closer he'll tell me about what to expect....
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Birth control for acne?

I heard that birth control can actually help my acne. I've been on birth control before to regulate my period, and took myself off of them because of the side effects. But now...
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Can I drive after MOHS surgery?

I'm scheduled to have MOHS surgery very soon, and I'm well aware that I do receive local anesthesia where the tumor is. But still, should I have someone drive me to my procedure...
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How would I know if I have diabetic dermopathy?

I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes years ago, and I've always felt like I've been managing my condition pretty well. Or, so I thought. The other day, I noticed a strange pigment...
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