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Clogged pores and inflamed bumps on the face
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This archived Doctordle case was published on 2026-05-01. It presents "Clogged pores and inflamed bumps on the face" as a Easy Dermatology puzzle. The final answer is Acne.
Answer
Acne
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Six clues
Clue 1
A 16-year-old has recurring bumps on the face, chest, and upper back.
Clue 2
Some spots are blackheads, while others are red and tender.
Clue 3
Symptoms flare during puberty and worsen with picking at the skin.
Clue 4
There is no fever or spreading warm rash in this fictional case.
Clue 5
The condition involves clogged hair follicles under the skin.
Clue 6
The answer is a common skin condition in teenagers and young adults.
Plain-language explanation
Acne is a common skin condition involving clogged hair follicles and pimples such as whiteheads, blackheads, or inflamed bumps. The clue set is simplified for puzzle play.
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