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blackhead

Fatty plug in the outlet of a sebaceous gland, visible on the skin surface, mostly on the face or neck. It consists of sebum and keratin.



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The basic acne lesion, called the comedo (kom'-e-do) or comedone, is simply an enlarged hair follicle plugged with oil and bacteria.
 
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