Attempting a self-removal of a dilated pore of Winer or any skin lesion can lead to complications, like, infection, scarring, or further irritation. You shouldn’t do it. Don’t pop anything on your skin because you’d just be hurting yourself more. The best and safest way to remove dilated pores of winer is to visit a dermatologist, who’ll perform a more professional and effective procedure to eliminate this skin condition. Your skin is very delicate and it’s important to treat it with care. I’ll be further sharing some home remedies you can perform to help improve the overall health of your skin, but they shouldn’t be replaced with a professional intervention, especially in the case of a dilated pore of winer. Let’s look at what this skin condition really is.
What Is A Dilated Pore Of Winer?
A dilated pore of Winer is a specific type of enlarged pore or blackhead, named after the dermatologist Dr. Louis H. WinerT who identified and described this skin pore in 1954. It is a common skin condition that presents as an open comedo, that mostly occurs on the face, neck, or back. They may be solitary or multiple, especially on the truncal areas of the body, and can be associated with blackheads or whiteheads, and people that are older in age.
It’s a noncancerous tumor or a hair follicle and sweat gland. The pore usually has a dark color that looks like a blackhead, but it is a different kind of skin lesion. They are usually much larger than a blackhead, but some still appear very closely in appearance. These pores can sometimes also be mistaken for other skin conditions like cysts or growths. Some key symptoms of a dilated pore of winer include:
- a single, enlarged pore in appearance
- black -appearing “plug” in the middle of the enlarged pore.
- healthy, normal-appearing surrounding skin
While dilated pores of Winer don’t pose a threat to one’s health, they can be aesthetically bothersome, and this can cause esteem issues and comfortability in one’s skin. If you’re unhappy with it, you can visit a dermatologist. Dermatologists may use various methods, such as extraction or other dermatological procedures, to address these enlarged pores. If you don’t like what your face or any affected area on your skin looks like, you can seek professional advice about it. It doesn’t make you dramatic, so don’t worry about any of that. You deserve to feel comfortable with yourself.
What triggers the appearance of a dilated pore of winer?
The cause of a dilated pore of winer is not a one-way street answer. Doctors don’t know exactly what causes it. While there have been some theories over the years, the most current and believed reason is that scar tissue starts to build around a cyst in the pore, resulting in an enlarged pore.
Doctors have recently identified some risk factors for this skin condition, such as age. People who are middle-aged or older often develop it, and those with a history of severe acne could be at risk.
Some other risk factors include:
- Excessive oil production
- Sun damage
- improper skin care routine
- Skin conditions like acne
How are dilated pores of winer treated?
Comedone extractors
Some doctors or skin care professionals may try to remove the contents of dilated pores, particularly if it’s a dilated pore of winer, with a Comedone extractor. This is usually a metal or plastic tool with a hole in the middle. The tool puts pressure on the skin to release the keratin plug. However, this approach won’t make the pore fully go away. Skin cells are more likely to build back up and make the dilated pore of winer reappear. Let’s just say it’s more of a temporary fix.
As I mentioned earlier, don’t try this approach at home, because manipulating the pore too much can lead to infection and inflammation. You could damage your pores, and your skin overall.
Other temporary fixes to know about
There are other approaches that doctors have tried to remove a dilated pore of winer such as:
- laser surgery
- cryotherapy
- electrocautery
- dermabrasion
- chemical peels
- topical retinoids
These treatments are great but why they don’t usually cure the condition because they don’t often penetrate deeply enough to remove enough of the material and pore itself. The best they do is reduce its appearance, but the condition will likely reappear. However, a more sufficient treatment method is the surgical procedure.
Surgical removal is the most effective treatment method.
Your dermatologist can otherwise treat the dilated pore of winer by surgically removing the area via a biopsy. This is usually an in-office procedure. So you’ll have to make an appointment with a dermatologist to get it done. You can be sure to expect the pore to be fully treated with this procedure. However, there could be some complications after this treatment option.
Post-surgical complications
After undergoing surgical removal of the dilated pore of winer you should expect full treatment, however, you might experience some complications from surgical removal. These include:
- infection
- bleeding
- scarring
However, the application of proper aseptic and anti-infection techniques can help reduce infection risk. These methods include keeping the skin clean and dry. You should contact your doctor if any of these symptoms of infection arise:
- redness
- warmth to the touch of the incision site
- swelling
Other skin conditions that can resemble dilated pores of winer
A dilated pore of winer can look like several other skin conditions. Examples are:
- hair cortex comedo
- epidermal inclusion cyst
- Pilar cyst
- sebaceous trichofolliculoma
Sometimes a skin condition may arise, and you might think it’s a dilated pore of winer but it’s not. One condition called a pillar sheath acanthoma looks a lot like a dilated pore of winer. Oftentimes, it’s hard to differentiate between them. However, pillar sheath acanthomas usually appear on a person’s upper lip. They may be less symmetrical in nature, unlike a dilated pore of winer.
If something like this occurs and you don’t know what to call it, you can visit a dermatologist, they would be able to make a diagnosis and examine the site. They may take a biopsy to help confirm their diagnosis. Don’t make the mistake of picking at the lesion before a doctor gets to look at it. This could inflame or irritate the pore, making it harder to diagnose and treat.
Things you can still try to prevent dilated pores of winer
1. Cleanse regularly
Use a mild cleanser to clean your skin regularly, to remove excess oil, dirt, and debris.
2. Exfoliate
Regular exfoliation helps remove dead skin cells and unclog pores. Choose a gentle exfoliator, and avoid over-exfoliating your face and overall skin as it can irritate the skin.
3. Wear sunscreen
Protect your skin from sun damage by using sunscreen with at least SPF 30. Sun damage can affect your skin elasticity and contribute to the appearance of enlarged pores.
4. Avoid Squeezing or Picking
A lot of people are guilty of this act. It’s bad to pick or pop your skin because this can lead to inflammation, scarring, and potentially worsen the appearance of pores. Refrain from doing this to yourself or even anyone offering to help you do it.
While these things are great at improving your skin health overall, it is not advisable to use them as a form of treatment when it comes to skin conditions. And they may not keep you from developing dilated pores of winer. People who’ve had a history of acne are more likely to experience a dilated pore of Winer. So, the condition may not necessarily be due to what you did or didn’t do in terms of taking care of your skin. However, you don’t have to write of skincare because your skin needs and deserves some form of protection from you regardless. If you’re worried about developing this skin condition, speak to a dermatologist or doctor to get a more accurate assessment.
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