If You Have Tiny White Bumps on Your Face, Don’t Try to Remove Them!

Types of Milia:

Milia is classified by age of onset and underlying cause. Here are the main types:

1. Neonatal Milia:

Common in newborns, affecting up to 40% of infants, neonatal milia appears on the face, scalp, or upper torso and typically clears up within a few weeks without treatment.

2. Juvenile Milia:

This rare form is linked to certain genetic conditions like Gardner’s syndrome, Pachyonychia congenita, or NBCCS. It tends to appear early in life and may require specialist care.

3. Milia en Plaque:

This type appears in middle-aged women (though it can affect anyone), and is associated with autoimmune skin conditions like lichen planus or discoid lupus. It typically appears on the eyelids, ears, cheeks, or jawline.

4. Primary Milia:

Found in older children and adults, primary milia develops spontaneously around the eyelids, forehead, or genital area and can last from weeks to several months.

5. Traumatic Milia:

These cysts form after skin injuries, such as burns or rashes. They may appear inflamed—red around the edges with a white center—but are still benign.

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