Spots on bum

[gem1976]

I have had spots on my bum since i was 14. I am now 33! They are really unsightly and sometimes get boils. I have tried many spot remidies and antibiotics with no effect. I wash daily and it's just embarassing, especially when in my swimsuit or bikini. I've never suffered from spots on my face apart from the odd one. Anyone have any suggestions.

[hmm421]

no but when u find out please let me knw ive had them since i was younger and im almost 22 i know the embarresing feeling..i do have spots on my face but are clearing thanks to yasmin..the pill ..im hoping it will do the same for my butt lol..although i never really used to moisterise but butt when igot out of the shower but did the rest of my body i used coco butter it did seem to calm it down but not for long

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
The lesions that you have described sounds like a scar with post inflammatory hyperpigmentation. The treatment for post inflammatory hyperpigmentation includes various skin creams like hydroquinone, azelaic acid, corticosteroids, tretinoin cream and laser treatment. Apply hydroquinone cream on this scar and it should go away in a few days to months. If it still persists then you can go in for laser treatment, Chemical peeling or microdermabrasion. Avoid picking, harsh scrubbing, and abrasive treatments unless prescribed by a dermatologist during this period.

I hope it helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing or if you have any additional doubts. Kind regards.