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Does Junk Food Cause Acne?
Acne is a skin condition that causes whiteheads, blackheads, and inflamed red growths (papules, pustules, and cysts) to form. These growths are commonly called pimples or "zits."
Alternative Names
Acne vulgaris; Cystic acne; Pimples; Zits
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Acne occurs when tiny holes on the surface of the skin, called pores, become clogged.
- Each pore is an opening to a follicle, which contains a hair and an oil gland. These oil glands help lubricate the skin and help...
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