Question 1

i have pimple like bumps on the back of my head what can be done to heal this?

Accepted Answer

Acne keloidalis?: A dermatologist will identify and treat this. Probably a type of folliculitis. Avoid shaving or close cropping of hair this area. Might benefit from antibiotic, usually mino(doxy)cycline in low dose for several months. Shower and shampoo daily.

Question 2

i have these pimple like bumps in the back of my head . i've peeled them off & they come back.. they bleed for no reason and they hurt when ?

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Skin infection: This sounds like a skin infection which is common in that area of the head. Don't scratch or peel the skin eruptions. Clean it with soap and water, apply   Some antiseptic cream on it (no hydrocortisone !) and see your PCP soon. This infection can be very resistant and can rapidly spread.

Question 3

i have bump like pimples on the back of my head. they are itchy sometimes especialy when i stay atleast 4 hours without a bath? what are these bumps?

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Pimples: Sight unseen, the pimples could represent acne of the scalp

Question 4

what causes pimples and bumps on head and back of neck?

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Inflamed follicles: Often a result of plugged skin oil glands or hair follicles which can lead to pimples and small skin cysts.  Recommend seeing dermatologist to recommend antibacterial soap and surface care to reduce the oil secretions and keep the area low in bacteria. Do not squeeze, pick or try to remove them by yourself. This may lead to scarring and worsening infections.

Question 5

what is the reason for pimples in back of head is it qurable?

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Acne and skin care: Pimples and blackheads most commonly occur when our hormones are changing rapidly, such as with puberty or menopause, or from birth control pills.  These hormones cause our skin to produce more sebum, which can easily clog pores and create acne symptoms.  Prevention is the best course, by using gentle facial cleansers once or twice a day.  Benzoyl peroxide can help as well.

Question 6

im getting pimples/bumps at the back of my head after every haircut. what can i do to get rid of it real quick?

Accepted Answer

Infection vs ingrown: Some people get folliculitis an infection along the hair follicle.  Perhaps the barber's equipment is not clean? !  Topical antibiotic ointment can help or in bad cases,  oral antibiotics from your doctor.  Sometimes people can get a fungal infection (Tinea Capitis - google it).  Another possibility in ingrown hair if the haircut was very short.  In that case you need to keep the hair longer.

Question 7

can you get acne on your scalp? ive have reoccurring flesh colored bumps on top and back and sides of my scalp they arent red no white heads its like blind pimples but i cant get it to stop ive been stressed so i wonder about acne?

Accepted Answer

: Acne can indeed occur on the scalp, but other things can produce the bumps you are describing, such as folliculitis (inflammation of the hair follicles).  See a dermatologist for a proper diagnosis and appropriate treatment.

Question 8

have tick bite that looks like a pimple on back of head 5yr old?

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Did you remove the t: Did you remove the tick?  Was it a deer tick-----a tiny one? Was it deeply embedded? Engorged with blood? If it was not a deer tick, if not embedded yet, if not feeding yet, then nothing to do except be aware of possible tick-born illness during next 3 weeks. Contact your DR if you had to dig it out. Often it is prudent to give a single dose of antibiotic within 2 days.

Question 9

last 3-4 days at the back of my head, i have between my hair a raised bump on the scalp which hurts if i touch it.my friend look and said this raised area look red.it feels like internal pimple when i touch?

Accepted Answer

: It is just a pimple or a boil, problem is self limited, nothing to worry. Take care.

Question 10

my hubby has a blister like bump on back of neck. thought it was a pimple but no head has formed. when broke open only clear liquid comes out. ???

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Exam: Rashes, sin lesions, bumps are relatively impossible to diagnose over the computer.  May be a cyst as described, but for definitive diagnosis, see the doc, good luck.

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I have pimple like bumps on the back of my head what can be done to heal this?

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I have these pimple like bumps in the back of my head . i've peeled them off & they come back.. they bleed for no reason and they hurt when ?

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I have bump like pimples on the back of my head. they are itchy sometimes especialy when i stay atleast 4 hours without a bath? what are these bumps?

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What causes pimples and bumps on head and back of neck?

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What is the reason for pimples in back of head is it qurable?

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Im getting pimples/bumps at the back of my head after every haircut. what can i do to get rid of it real quick?

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Can you get acne on your scalp? ive have reoccurring flesh colored bumps on top and back and sides of my scalp they arent red no white heads its like blind pimples but i cant get it to stop ive been stressed so i wonder about acne?

A member asked:

Have tick bite that looks like a pimple on back of head 5yr old?

A member asked:

Last 3-4 days at the back of my head, i have between my hair a raised bump on the scalp which hurts if i touch it.my friend look and said this raised area look red.it feels like internal pimple when i touch?

A member asked:

My hubby has a blister like bump on back of neck. thought it was a pimple but no head has formed. when broke open only clear liquid comes out. ???

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