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My skin on my neck en head is warm it feels like n sunburn but i wasn't in the sun. there is also small pimple like bumps on my head? and it itches..

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Dr. Maryam Shapland answered

Poss folliculitis: This may be folliculitis (inflammation/infection of the hair follicles.). It can resolve by itself, and warm compresses/topical antibiotics (like Bacitracin) may be helpful. If severe, it may need to be seen by a physician.

Answered 9/10/2018

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A member asked:

My skin on my neck en head is warm it feels like n sunburn but i wasn't in the sun. there is also small pimple like bumps on my head? and it itches..

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Maryam Shapland answered

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