The Unwanted Spotlight Due to Inflamed Scalp Cysts
By the time John Picone got to see Dr. Sanusi Umar, John had been to almost every doctor that treated skin issues that were similar to what John was experiencing. Each one gave John different creams, different pills, different ways to try to reduce the amount of swelling of the inflamed scalp cysts, or help […]
Optimize Before We Cut: An Early Start to Treatment Helps John Get Ahead of His Scalp Bumps
When a patient finds the right doctor to treat their scalp bumps on the back of their head, often caused by conditions such as folliculitis keloidalis nuchae, there can be an overwhelming sense of emotion. For John, his search has been emotional too. In fact, when he got into his car to drive to Dr. […]
VIDEO: Living with Painful Hairline Scalp Bumps: Why Second Intention Healing Offers Hope Beyond Surgery
For ten long years, Rodolfo carried the burden of a large Acne Keloidalis Nuchae lesion at the back of his neck. More than just a medical condition, the mass became a daily source of discomfort and self-consciousness. He hesitated to undergo surgery because he feared the challenges of healing in such a mobile area. Eventually, […]
VIDEO: Michael’s Journey: Teen Acne Laser Treatment with Dr. Umar
Being a teenager can be tough. Between school, sports, part-time jobs, and friends, teens already have a lot to juggle. On top of that, their bodies are changing in new ways. One of the most common challenges during this stage is acne. When you hit puberty, the excess hormones you create can cause your sebum […]
Video: How Our Patient Reclaimed Her Glow Through Non-Invasive Skin Rejuvenation with Dr. Umar
What many people realize is that not all skin treatment results have to be dramatic to make a difference. Often, subtle fixes that enhance one’s natural look can be just as effective, if not more, than undergoing cosmetic procedures that completely transform the face. That was what our patient Karen wanted when she visited Dr. […]
Finally Free From Keloids: How Dr. Umar Helps Patients Break the Cycle
For many people, keloids feel like an inescapable curse. Topical creams, steroid injections, and even multiple surgeries may get rid of the keloid at first, but because of the nature of the skin lesion, the bumps return, again and again, often larger and more painful than before. It’s more than just a skin issue. It’s […]
How Acne Keloidalis Nuchae (AKN) Silently Damages Men’s Mental Health, and What You Can Do About It
For 10 years, Antonio hid a painful scalp condition that nearly destroyed his confidence and his life. At Dr. U Hair and Skin Clinic, we understand that Acne Keloidalis Nuchae (AKN) isn’t just a physical condition. It can crush your self-esteem. Antonio struggled to find AKN treatments that work, and juggling his mental health and […]
Not The End, Just The After
Anwar has been on an emotional roller coaster for years, and so has his father, Aldwyn. Now, thanks to Dr. Umar’s innovative techniques, they both have reason to hope. “I am cautiously optimistic,” Aldwyn states. “There is always an element of risk, but I think with the research he has done and the doctor’s track record, this puts him in the 90th percentile success rate.”