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09-27-2019 04:12 PM
@Icegoddess wrote:I know you're out there. Last night I noticed a black dot on my back. I think it is a blackhead. I do get them sometimes on my back. But, this one is in a spot that I can't reach. I go get hubby to look at it and he says he doesn't think it's a blackhead. I don't want to go to the doctor for a simple blackhead, and a dermatologist is out of the question as it takes 6 months around here to get in to see one. So, what does it look like to you? Hope this works putting a pic in a spoiler.
Looks like a blackhead to me. Let your husband treat it like a blackhead. Put a warm compress on it for a few minutes before. If he presses on it and sebum comes out, it’s a black head. If not, then show it to your primary care doc.
09-27-2019 06:00 PM
Oh yea, that’s a mega blackhead!
Dr Sandra usually numbs, opens the skin a little, and lifts it out.
09-27-2019 06:20 PM
09-27-2019 07:54 PM
@Icegoddess Have your PCP check it out. If you don't have a Dermotologist, your PCP will refer you to one who will see you in a timely manner (if necessary).
Yes, Dermotologists have very busy practices! Once you have a good one, it's prudent to see him/her annually or every other year for check-ups. When you need him/her, you'll be sure to get an appointment quickly if your records are up-to-date. Best wishes on whatever it is on your back.
09-27-2019 08:40 PM - edited 09-27-2019 08:42 PM
A dilated pore of winer. Just an enlarged blackhead.
Compare with OP’s back
09-27-2019 10:18 PM
Thanks everybody. I have an appointment with my doctor on Tuesday. If it's an enlarged blackhead like @sidsmom and @Mindy D I guess he'll extract it for me. Hubby's kinda squeamish anyways, so who ya gonna get to do those embarrasing/gross things that happen with old age? Sure, they can happen at any age, but they seem to be more prevalent with old age.
09-27-2019 11:32 PM
@Icegoddess wrote:Thanks everybody. I have an appointment with my doctor on Tuesday. If it's an enlarged blackhead like @sidsmom and @Mindy D I guess he'll extract it for me. Hubby's kinda squeamish anyways, so who ya gonna get to do those embarrasing/gross things that happen with old age? Sure, they can happen at any age, but they seem to be more prevalent with old age.
Hope all turns out well.
09-28-2019 06:50 AM
Geez just have your dh squeeze it!! If its a blackhead, you will then find out then and there.. If it isn't, nothing will come out of it. Kind-of a non issue if you ask me.
09-28-2019 07:01 AM
I think the folks here did a dang good job on this mystery! I ❤️ Sandra and Dr. Pimple Popper. Sometimes my heart breaks for the patient though... Makes us grateful for our small troubles right?? Have a great Saturday! 🎉💥
09-28-2019 10:12 AM
My dh went to the derm last week, for a spot on his face (he got in the next day due to a cancellation, usually it's a 2 month wait!)
The spot he was concerned with was fine, she saw a different spot...precancerous! She froze it off. I would not wait.
My doctor said 'most' things from the neck up he would remove, but would not touch the face.
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