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What Is Comedo?
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:
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Skin bumps - acne-like; Acne-like skin bumps
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Acne Treatment
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Article updated and reviewed by Michael S. Lehrer, MD, Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania on April... Read more »
Introduction to Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Ductal Carcinoma in Situ of the Breast
The female breast is made up of glands that produce and release milk after childbirth. The glands that make the milk are called lobules and the tubes... Read more »
Diagnosis of DCIS
Source: Breastcancer.org
Diagnosing DCIS usually involves a combination of procedures: Physical examination of the breasts: Your doctor may be able to feel a small lump in... Read more »
Lumpectomy as Part of Experimental Treatment
Source: Breastcancer.org
Lumpectomy can sometimes be a part of treatment that is directed only to the tumor area. This type of treatment is still considered "non-standard" or... Read more »
Treatment for DCIS
Source: Breastcancer.org
Standard treatment options for DCIS include: Lumpectomy followed by radiation therapy: This is the most common treatment for DCIS. Lumpectomy is... Read more »
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