Yes, two or more pimples can absolutely form close together and even appear to merge.
This happens because several sebaceous oil glands (which produce sebum) can be connected to a single pore. When one pore becomes clogged, the trapped sebum can affect nearby pores, leading to the formation of multiple pimples in the same area. So, what might look like one large pimple could actually be several smaller pimples clustered closely.
Think of it this way:
- One pore, multiple glands: Several oil glands can drain into a single pore.
- Clogging effect: If one gland's sebum gets trapped, it can affect the drainage of neighboring glands.
- Multiple pimples: This leads to multiple clogs and thus, multiple pimples in close proximity.
In some cases, if inflammation is significant, these clustered pimples might appear as one larger, inflamed area. It's important to avoid squeezing them, as this can worsen inflammation and potentially lead to scarring.
