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Odd Scalp, Neck, Face pimples
Hello
For the two months i have been dealing with small pimples (pus filled) on my neck, face, and scalp and some condition that appears to be pompholyx (only on my right hand).
This is weird because i NEVER break out and they seem to be persistent.
Also, they never appear at the same place at the same time, for example: one week i will have them on my neck (only a couple - no more than 5), then the next week on my forehead (many), then the next week on my scalp (never had scalp pimples before).
As for the "pompholyx) my dermatologist seems to think it might in fact be something else because the treatment he gave me for it (a cream i cannot remember the name) only made it worst.It went away after a couple of days but it is now back.
This is starting to concern me.
Is it possible that these are due to allergies or maybe some type of virus?
For the two months i have been dealing with small pimples (pus filled) on my neck, face, and scalp and some condition that appears to be pompholyx (only on my right hand).
This is weird because i NEVER break out and they seem to be persistent.
Also, they never appear at the same place at the same time, for example: one week i will have them on my neck (only a couple - no more than 5), then the next week on my forehead (many), then the next week on my scalp (never had scalp pimples before).
As for the "pompholyx) my dermatologist seems to think it might in fact be something else because the treatment he gave me for it (a cream i cannot remember the name) only made it worst.It went away after a couple of days but it is now back.
This is starting to concern me.
Is it possible that these are due to allergies or maybe some type of virus?
Ive also realized that the pompholyx on my right hand (only place it occurs) becomes more pronounced when i drink alcohol. could this be an allergic reaction to the alcohol?
Thank you for your help Dr.
I have seen two doctors: my reg family doctor and a dermatologist
My family doc told me i had folliculitis and prescribed me pills that worked while i was on them, then the pimples came back a couple of days after a ran out
My dermatoligist told me it was acne and prescribed me two different creams to treat them so i will see how this treatment goes.
My question is what is the difference between the two? (folliculits vs acne)
I have seen two doctors: my reg family doctor and a dermatologist
My family doc told me i had folliculitis and prescribed me pills that worked while i was on them, then the pimples came back a couple of days after a ran out
My dermatoligist told me it was acne and prescribed me two different creams to treat them so i will see how this treatment goes.
My question is what is the difference between the two? (folliculits vs acne)
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
Hello,
Pompholyx is a condition effecting the palms and soles and seldom affects the face and neck. For your symptoms, acne, folliculitis and impetigo sores need to be ruled out. Folliculitis is the inflammation of one or more hair follicles. The condition may occur anywhere on the skin.
Folliculitis starts when hair follicles are damaged by friction from clothing or blockage of the follicle. In most cases of folliculitis, the damaged follicles are then infected with the bacteria Staphylococcus (staph).
I suggest you to get an evaluation done from a dermatologist to confirm the diagnosis.
I hope it helps. Take care and regards.
Pompholyx is a condition effecting the palms and soles and seldom affects the face and neck. For your symptoms, acne, folliculitis and impetigo sores need to be ruled out. Folliculitis is the inflammation of one or more hair follicles. The condition may occur anywhere on the skin.
Folliculitis starts when hair follicles are damaged by friction from clothing or blockage of the follicle. In most cases of folliculitis, the damaged follicles are then infected with the bacteria Staphylococcus (staph).
I suggest you to get an evaluation done from a dermatologist to confirm the diagnosis.
I hope it helps. Take care and regards.
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