How pimples form Pimples form when dead skin cells mix with excess oil (sebum). This
mixture plugs the pore, causing swelling. Bacteria can grow in the mix and lead
to infection and pus. ByHealthwise Staff
Primary Medical ReviewerKathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine
Martin J. Gabica, MD - Family Medicine
Specialist Medical ReviewerE. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine Current as ofOctober 13, 2016 Current as of:
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Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine & Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine & Martin J. Gabica, MD - Family Medicine & E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine |
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