Ways to get rid of milium

Milium is a skin formation, the appearance of which resembles a white eel.They are formed because of increased work capacity of the sebaceous glands. Formation of miliums is carried out spontaneously due to the influence of pathogenic factors.

Definition of disease

Milium - dense subcutaneous formations, which have a knot of white or yellow.Have clear boundaries that rise above the surface of the skin. Dimensions of the growths -2 mm. They can be in the form of separate acne or can be concentrated in groups, only they never merge. Due to their proximity, the skin in these places becomes rough, numerous warts arise.For several months the pathogenic formations leave on their own due to the natural change of the skin layers, but there are situations when they persist for several years.

In some cases, it can be provoked by the reproduction of subcutaneous viruses, such as demodecosis.

Types and Classifications

Milium is divided into two types:

1. Primary.They are formed spontaneously under the influence of factors that do not have a pathological basis. Affect the development of primary miliums may be hereditary factors.
2. Secondary.They are formed on the site of injuries and inflammation of the skin. Difficulties differ in that they can regress themselves.

Causes

The following factors can influence the development of miliums:

• hereditary predisposition;
• failure in the hormonal system;
• a metabolic disorder;
• inadequate nutrition and gastrointestinal diseases;
• incorrectly selected cosmetics;
• excessive sunlight.

The causes of milium

Symptoms

The only clinical sign of this pathology remains the presence of white acne of small size.No more unpleasant sensations a person feels. Despite this, we can distinguish the following signs of milium:

• painless and gradual formation;
• may occur separately or in groups;
• miliums do not merge into a single spot;
• pimples have atypical and typical places of concentration;
• Nodules are presented in the form of milk-white color;
• milium of small size;
• have clear boundaries and rise above the skin;
• inflammatory process is absent;
• for a long time the milium does not increase in size.

Milky white nodules of milium

Possible complications

By themselves, miliums do not carry any danger.But if you try to squeeze them yourself, then this is fraught with the development of the inflammatory process.Due to the fact that they are located on the eyelids, any attempts at home extrusion will lead to trauma to the skin, which will entail all sorts of diseases of the eyelids. They, in turn, provoke the development of infectious processes on the conjunctiva, the cornea, blepharospasm may occur, in severe cases ptosis.

Ptosis as a complication after extrusion of milium

Diagnostics

To establish the diagnosis, the patient should consult a dermatologist-cosmetologist.He will conduct such events:

1. Will study the medical history.This will allow us to find the underlying factor that led to the development of the pathological process.
2. Collects anamnesis of the patient.This is necessary to establish the fact of the development of this pathology against the background of physiological causes.
3. Thoroughly examines the patient.
4. Performs a detailed survey, to make a complete symptomatic picture.

It is not necessary to carry out laboratory-diagnostic manipulations, since they do not show any deviations. They are needed only when a milium is formed against a background of a certain disease.

Treatment

Medicines

Vishnevsky ointment

This universal tool, which includes such components:

• Castor oil;
• xeroform;
• tar.

Ointment Vishnevsky - antiseptic, wound-healing and anti-inflammatory drug

The universality of the means is that it not only struggles with external signs of problems, but also helps to eradicate the internal defect.Use an ointment is for compress. It is necessary to add several layers of gauze, apply a little ointment and apply to the area of ​​the lesion. Secure the pack with a plaster. It can be used with minor formations and with complicated forms.

Ointment Vital

This drug is similar in its effect to Vishnevsky's ointment.The active components of the ointment draw the contents of the milium, without disturbing the integrity of the skin.The following components were used in the development of the drug:

• peppermint;
• thyme;
• fennel;
• pharmaceutical camomile;
• celandine;
• bitter wormwood.

Cream "Vitaon"

Ichthyol ointment

The peculiarity of this ointment is that it can pull the contents of the milium onto the surface of the skin.Use ichthyol ointment for compress, which is applied to the wen. Perform the procedure each until complete recovery.

Ichthyol ointment - anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and analgesic effect

Folk remedies

Eliminate milium can be using the following folk recipes:

• Peeling with salt.This method is one and the most effective. For preparation of means to take fine salt and sour cream in equal quantity.

If the skin is sensitive, then you can use olive oil instead of sour cream. The resulting composition should be applied with gentle rubbing movements and left for 10 minutes. Rinse off with cold water.

• Soda peeling.This method should not be used for people with sensitive skin. Take 20 g of soda, combine with liquid fervor and apply to the area of ​​the lesion. After manipulation, redness may occur, but within a few days it will pass.

• Calendula.You can use it for compresses. Apply every day. Take 20 g of grass, pour 200 ml of boiling water. Infuse for 30 minutes, filter, dip cotton pads and attach to struck places for 20 minutes. Such lotions perfectly soothe and disinfect.
• Berry mask.You need to use 40 g of viburnum. Stretch them so they let the juice. Add a little oat flour. The resulting gruel is applied to the face, previously cleaned. Duration of manipulation is 15 minutes.
• A yeast mask.This is an excellent tool for regulating the secretion of secretion of sebaceous glands. It is necessary to take ¼ part of yeast, 3% hydrogen peroxide, honey and lemon juice. Apply the composition to pre-cleaned and steamed skin. Duration of the procedure is 15 minutes. This is a great way to lighten the skin and dissolve old cork.
• Pumpkin.This is an excellent product for improved metabolism. It is necessary to grind it on a grater, and then the received mush to live on a place of defeat. Hold for 15 minutes and remove with water.
• Paraffin mask.To make it, you need to take 70 g of white paraffin, steam it in a water bath. Face rub with alcohol-containing lotion.
  Do not use lotion on a water basis, as after the application of paraffin, you can get a burn. As soon as the first layer is frozen, it is possible to apply a second one. If the mask is cold, then it can be removed. It is easy to do this, because the paraffin crust is separated without problems.

Surgically

If the medicament and home remedies for removing the miloons did not give the proper result, the doctor can prescribe the following types of surgical interventions to the patient:

• Mechanical removal.The specialist performs the removal of the milium after the skin has been previously prepared. To do this, you need to remove the make-up from your face, and then steam the skin. These measures allow easy exit of the contents of the clogged pores. Using a sterile needle, perform a puncture and gently remove the contents with fingers. In this case, the fingertips should be wrapped around with a sterile bandage. This will prevent the development of infection and inflammation. After manipulation, integrate the skin with an antiseptic.

Mechanical Mylum Removal

• Electroagulation.The essence of this method is that the affected area is cauterized by alternating electric current. Using a hot loop electrocoagulator specialist touches the skin. During such contact, a crust is formed. She herself will fall away, leaving no traces. Subsequent processing of the code can be carried out at home.
• Laser.With this method, you can remove the milium quickly and painlessly. After manipulation there is a crust, which then disappears. After the procedure, you need to treat the wound with an antiseptic solution.
• Curettage.This method is the oldest, but nevertheless it is not inferior in popularity to the previous ones. Its essence is that the contents of miliums are scraped using a special tool - curette. The disadvantage of the method is in the high probability of developing scarring after the procedure.

Curettage of milium

Prevention

To prevent the development of milium, it is worth following the following rules of prevention:

1. Carefully care for the skin, using the means and medicines suitable for your type of cover.
2. Regularly perform peeling, it can be mechanical, ultrasonic, vacuum.
3. It is right and rational to eat.
4. To refuse from bad habits.
5. Take those drugs that are prescribed by a specialist.
6. Apply protective products to the skin with prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.
7. In time, treat those diseases that can lead to the development of milium.
8. Regularly conduct a full preventive examination in a medical institution.

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conclusions

Milium is an unpleasant cosmetic defect, which often affects the face of small children and adults. You can treat them in various ways.The choice of a specific method is carried out by a specialist taking into account the degree of injury.