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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
are these hair follicles?
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
This forum is for questions regarding Dermatology issues, such as: skin rashes, acne, birthmarks, skin infections, rosacea, and general skin care.
are these hair follicles?
by bin, Nov 16, 2002 12:00AM
Hello. I have these two little bumps on my butt, near where the hair grows, but not near the hole. These bumps are located right next to one another and I seem to think they are just clogged pores, or hair follicles. I do have keratosis pilaris on my upper arms and the buttocks, but these look a little different(as I am sure the skin is different there). I am married, both have been test for STDS, we do not have them. My question to you is, can I have a blood test done to make sure this is not warts? I have had warts before, but never there. How do I go about testing for this, do I have to have a doctor's orders OR can I just go myself. Could it just be clogged pores or something innocent like this? Do you suggest I see someone---if so, should I go to the dermatologist or my OBGYN? Is there any medication I could take or put on that would help if these are clogged pores or hair follicles?
Thanks so much--
Thanks so much--
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Nov 16, 2002 12:00AM
, Nov 16, 2002 12:00AM
I'm pretty sure you're right, that these are just clogged pores and not warts. I don't recall ever seeing warts in the particular area you're talking about.
The simplest thing would be for you to ask your GYN or to see a dermatologist once. Examination alone should be sufficient to tell you what you have and allow you to ignore it.
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
The simplest thing would be for you to ask your GYN or to see a dermatologist once. Examination alone should be sufficient to tell you what you have and allow you to ignore it.
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
