Dr Umar AKN Back of Neck Razor Bumps removal surgery results : Acne Keloidalis Nuchae is a skin disease that primarily affects the back of the neck and head. Many patients would attribute this to razor shaving problem. It is no wonder that many would refer to it as back of neck razor bumps. It is acne keloidalis nuchae also called AKN nonetheless. A case in example is this patient who presented to Dr U with “back of neck razor bumps” asking to have them removed surgically.
Before Dr. Umar AKN Back of Neck Razor Bumps Removal Surgery For Arizona Patient
In the images below, a patient’s symptoms of AKN are displayed by raising the hair on the back of the scalp. In this particular case, an area of the skin was cluttered with itchy bumps. Besides battling pain and discomfort, the patient had to constantly worry about the physical appearance of the symptoms.

This patient was forced to keep his hair style long in order to hide the lesions. The bumps and zits were bunched up on the back of this patients scalp, causing pain and social anxiety.
Dr Umar AKN Back of Neck Razor Bumps Removal Surgery – The Surgery Process
In this particular case, there was an option for medical or surgical treatments. After discussing with Dr U, the patient was informed that medical treatment of AKN which consists of injections of steroids to the lesion, use of steroid creams would reduce or remove symptoms and even flatten the lesions. However these medical measures are often not curative as the lesions would typically return when the treatment stops. Surgical removal is the curative option. The patient was given days to think about his options. It did not take him long to decide to have Dr U’s AKN surgery for possible permanent cure of removed lesions. Dr U Proceeded with one of his signature surgical AKN removal techniques using tension stitching afterwards.
Dr. Umar AKN Back of Neck Razor Bumps Removal Surgery Results – Before and After PHOTOS
The photos below depict a highly desirable result which the patient is very pleased with. The scar runs with his natural neck hairline and it is well camouflaged. The patient spots a shorter hair cut evidence of newly found confidence.


Dr Umar AKN Back of Neck Razor Bumps removal surgery Results- Before and After VIDEO TESTIMONY
The video reveals the patients testimony in his own words. He states that he is particularly happy to be able to cut his hair shorter after the result of his Dr U AKN Back of Neck Razor Bumps removal surgery. Before the surgery, he has to grow his hair very long with an occasional pny tail to disguise attention from the lesions. He is now able to confidently cut his hair short and go out not worrying about things link wind exposure of the back of his neck. His friends and family are happy for him and he is of course very pleased with his decision to opt for surgery and be done with the lesions once and for all rather than to continue with indefinite medical treatments that would not end his ordeal. With Dr Umar AKN Back of Neck Razor Bumps removal surgery he now feels liberated. Watch the video below and listen to the patients testimonial: In accordance with Dr. U’s opinion, the most effective way to get rid of the Acne Keloidalis Nuchae is to surgically remove the unwanted tissue.
In this procedure, the skin tissue with zits and bumps is eliminated with a linear incision. This surgical approach allows the skin to heal naturally and recover with a minimally noticeable scar. With a successful surgical treatment by Dr. U, the patient has regained his freedom and the ability to choose any hair style he wanted. With the bumps gone, so is the patient’s stress about their appearance. And overall the patient is much happier in his day to day life.
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Frequently-Asked Questions About Back of Neck Razor Bumps Removal Surgery
Are back of neck razor bumps dangerous?
Not really. AKN is far from life-threatening. They do, however, tend to have a significant effect on the patient in question’s self-esteem and quality of life.
How will I know if my back of neck razor bumps are severe enough to require surgery?
If your back of head razor bumps have merged and are still within the confines of the occiput line and the bottom of the nape of the neck, Dr. U considers you a great candidate for surgery. Once they have exceeded this space, however, the area becomes too large to manage via surgical means. It’s important to consult a doctor the moment you sense something is not as it should be.
How does Dr. U prevent severe scarring when treating back of neck razor bumps through surgical means?
Dr. U employs a proprietary “Batman” technique. The way he excises the back of neck razor bumps allows the opening to close quickly, in a way that the skin is able to adapt to effectively. The scar left behind is usually much less noticeable than the back of neck razor bumps it took the place of.
AKN is a complex condition that can scarecely be covered comprehensively in one article. For more information and treatment options, feel free to get in touch with Dr. U using the button below:
Further Reading
Additional before and after images of Dr. U’s patients here.