Acne Keloidalis Nuchae (AKN) is a debilitating skin condition that causes thick, keloid-like bumps to appear on the scalp and neck. Because it’s so visible, people with AKN often suffer both physical discomfort and mental hardship. It can be difficult to reconcile living a normal life with large, heavy lesions
Over the 16 years of living with Folliculitis Decalvans, Anwar has tried multiple treatments in the hopes of ridding himself of the large scalp lesion. He tried conservative therapies like injectable medications and corticosteroids, which are usually known to help reduce inflammation. He’s also tried surgical intervention, but time and
To be able to provide top-of-the-line accessible care to those who seek it, the Dr. U Skin and Hair clinic offers free online consultations on its website. This makes it easy for potential patients to find answers and the care they need and deserve. It was through the website that
After years of struggling with Acne Keloidalis Nuchae (AKN), Adrian slowly became a recluse. The large, raised bump on the back of his scalp was a constant source of shame. At work, he wore beanies and hoodies to conceal the lesion, hoping his colleagues wouldn’t notice. On the outside, he
After eight years of living with the chronic inflammatory condition Acne Keloidalis Nuchae (AKN), Adrian, a longtime patient of Dr. Umar, has found freedom, confidence, and a life free of challenges caused by his AKN. This is the story of how he persevered through long work hours to fund his
Daily life for Adrian, who had suffered through Acne Keloidalis Nuchae (AKN) for eight long years, was both difficult and discouraging. The skin condition didn’t just cause a large, painful lesion at the back of his head; it also weighed heavily on his confidence and mental well-being. Every day, he
For nearly a decade, Adrian suffered in silence, avoiding mirrors, hiding under hats and hoodies, and feeling insecure about the large bump on his scalp. This chronic inflammatory scalp condition is known as Acne Keloidalis Nuchae (AKN), which causes firm bumps, pustules, and ultimately, thick, keloid-like scars, typically located on
For 16 years, Anwar has sought and tried different treatments to get rid of the Folliculitis Decalvans (FD) mass on the back of his head. However, after every procedure, the large scalp lesion became worse. Our patient Anwar has lived with Folliculitis Decalvans since he was 18 years old. The
