Some people note that their pimples last for months before finally going away. Comedones, the plugged hair follicles, can last for weeks or months or longer if not treated. Inflammatory lesions usually clear within days to weeks; however, marks (red and eventually brown) can be left behind that remain for months longer. Also, because acne can recur in the same spot -- sometimes just as the lesion is beginning to clear -- it can flare again, which makes it seem like it is lasting for months.
Some people note that their pimples last for months before finally
going away. Comedones, the plugged hair follicles, can last for
weeks or months or longer if not treated. Inflammatory lesions
usually clear within days to weeks; however,...
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Dr. Doris Day answered:Some people note that their pimples last for months before finally going away. Comedones, the plugged hair follicles, can last for weeks or months or longer if not treated. Inflammatory lesions usually clear within days to weeks; however, marks (red and eventually brown) can be left behind that remain for months longer. Also, because acne can recur in the same spot -- sometimes just as the lesion is beginning to clear -- it can flare again, which makes it seem like it is lasting for months.
Some people note that their pimples last for months before finally going away. Comedones, the plugged hair follicles, can last for weeks or months or longer if not treated. Inflammatory lesions usually clear within days to weeks; however,... More
Dr. Ellen Rome answered:Watch as Dr. Ellen Rome discusses how long a typical acne pimple lasts and how to properly treat it.
Watch as Dr. Ellen Rome discusses how long a typical acne pimple lasts and how to properly treat it. More
