noun
- Plural of comedo; small, clogged pores on the skin, typically appearing as blackheads or whiteheads.
Usage: Medical/dermatological term; Common in discussions of acne and skin care
Examples
- The dermatologist examined the patient's skin and identified several comedos on the forehead.
- Proper cleansing can help reduce the formation of comedos.
- Blackheads are a type of open comedo, while whiteheads are closed comedos.
- Teenagers often struggle with comedos during puberty due to hormonal changes.
- Over-the-counter treatments can help manage comedos and prevent new ones from forming.