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He Brought His Father This Time: Family Support is Critical

Anwar’s case of folliculitis decalvans has made him self-conscious, wanting to hide away from the rest of the world. He knows that as the lesion grows, it becomes more difficult for him to hide it underneath a baseball cap. Dr. Umar wants to put Anwar at ease, so that Anwar feels comfortable with the treatment, but he knows that the case is complicated. In addition to folliculitis decalvans, Anwar also suffers from an underlying condition called acne keloidalis nuchae, known as AKN.

The Loudest Voice Inside: How Adrian Fought the Fear No One Could See

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

Chasing A Cure, Failing Again: Anwar’s Final Attempt At Getting Rid Of Folliculitis Decalvans

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

The Man Behind The Method: Meeting Dr. Sanusi Umar

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

Hiding in Plain Sight: How Adrian Retreated Into Isolation As He Battled AKN

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

Eight Years On Display: Adrian’s Hidden Struggles with Acne Keloidalis Nuchae

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

Life Unlocked: How Dr. Umar Transformed Adrian’s Life with Specialized AKN Surgery

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

The Weight of 16 Years: Anwar’s Journey With Folliculitis Decalvans

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

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He Brought His Father This Time: Family Support is Critical

The Loudest Voice Inside: How Adrian Fought the Fear No One Could See

Chasing A Cure, Failing Again: Anwar’s Final Attempt At Getting Rid Of Folliculitis Decalvans

The Man Behind The Method: Meeting Dr. Sanusi Umar

Hiding in Plain Sight: How Adrian Retreated Into Isolation As He Battled AKN

Eight Years On Display: Adrian’s Hidden Struggles with Acne Keloidalis Nuchae

Life Unlocked: How Dr. Umar Transformed Adrian’s Life with Specialized AKN Surgery

The Weight of 16 Years: Anwar’s Journey With Folliculitis Decalvans

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