Acne Keloidalis Nuchae
This is a skin condition characterized by are small, firm, reddish-purple bumps on the back of the neck, usually in people of darker skin types. The lesions are a form of scar that is the result of infection, acne, or hair follicle inflammation in that area. They can be itchy, painful, and cosmetically annoying. The bumps can grow bigger and coalesce into large raised patches. There are several treatments available to address this condition including injections, lasers, antibiotics, and topical lotions as well as surgery.
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