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without treatment, while others remain for months or longer.
Why shouldn’t you squeeze them?
Trying to force milia out by squeezing, scraping, or using a needle can injure the surrounding skin. Instead of removing a harmless bump, you could end up with inflammation, an infection, or a permanent scar.
Resist the temptation to keep picking when nothing comes out. If removal is needed, leave it to a healthcare professional.
Why do they develop?
Some milia appear without an obvious trigger. Others form as skin heals after an injury, burn,
