Meaning of comedolysis | Babel Free

Definitions

The disintegration of comedones.

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Examples

“In comedolysis, stimulation of epithelial turnover leads to an increased production of loose horny cells which no longer stick⟳ tightly together.”

“As a result⟳, comedogenesis, comedolysis and bacterial load⟳ can be accurately quantified.”

“The medication also has some keratolytic effect, which produces comedolysis as well as drying and desquamative actions that contribute⟳ to its efficacy.”

“All of the above factors demonstrate⟳ that comedolysis is retinoid-specific, not simply secondary to desquamation.”

“Salicylic acid peels are therefore preferred for patients wishing comedolysis as part of acne treatment or for patients wishing to remove⟳ retained hairs and other debris from within the pore.”

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