Definition
Comedones are small, flesh-colored, white, or dark bumps that give skin a rough texture. The bumps are caused by acne and found at the opening of a sebaceous follicle (pore). See: Acne
Alternative Names
Skin bumps – acne-like; Acne-like skin bumps
Considerations
Common Causes
Home Care
Call your health care provider if
What to expect at your health care provider’s office
References
Habif TM. Principles of diagnosis and anatomy. In: Habif TP, ed. Clinical Dermatology. 5th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Mosby Elsevier; 2009:chap 1.