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
The trailer for The Bumpinator premiered on October 7 on Dr. Sanusi Umar’s YouTube channel, introducing a new digital docuseries that brings real patients and real solutions to screen. Launching on October 23, the series follows individuals with severe skin, scalp, and hair conditions once thought to be untreatable and
For years, Jorge thought surgery had ended his battle with Acne Keloidalis Nuchae (AKN). Unfortunately, like many patients, he learned the hard way that removal alone doesn’t guarantee the condition won’t return. After a decade of painful bumps, failed treatments, and one unsuccessful surgery, Jorge’s scalp lesion came back. Out
Acne Keloidalis Nuchae (AKN) is often confused with keloids, leading to years of incorrect treatment for many patients. If you’ve lived with scalp bumps, inflammation, or recurring lesions, it might not be what you think. This is the story of Fred*, whose 16-year misdiagnosis left him in pain, until he
As a pioneer in the field of surgical innovation, I am thrilled to introduce the groundbreaking Athena Tension Suture Kit™. This patent-pending surgical tool promises to transform wound closure techniques. Designed to redefine the art of wound closure, the Athena Kit™ is poised to revolutionize how we approach surgical procedures,
Recently, we published a research paper titled “Papular Acne Keloidalis Nuchae Treatment Success Using Follicular Unit Excision” in JAAD Case Reports. This study explores a treatment method for Acne keloidalis nuchae (AKN) using Follicular Unit Excision (FUE), which could be a promising solution for individuals dealing with this condition. Acne
Greetings, fellow researchers and medical professionals! Today, I am excited to share an intriguing discovery that could revolutionize our understanding and approach to treating hair and scalp conditions. As the lead author of the paper titled “Unveiling a shared precursor condition for acne keloidalis nuchae and primary cicatricial alopecias,” I
