PIMPLES ON BACK and ANUS

[myl19]

I have deeep white stretch mark type marks on my lower back and upper buttocks and red pimples and bumps on those marks and on my mid-back.. i recently discovered small white bumps on my lower anus and a bigger bump on half way.. i am really worried what can the problem be?

[myl19]

I dont get why there are red bumps and spots on my lower back on top of these stretch marks an surrounding areas.. do you think it can be something very harmful?

[Dr Santos]

Hi,

Stretch marks are commonly attributed to rapid growth of the skin due to pregnancy, weight gain, or extreme weight loss.  Men and women can get stretch marks on several areas of their bodies, including the abdominal area, thighs, hips, breasts, upper arms, or lower back.

Folliculitis or infection of the hair follicles appears as small, white-headed pimples around one or more hair follicles. Superficial folliculitis often clears by itself in a few days without medical treatment. On the other hand, fistula looks like a small pimple in the skin close to the anus and usually does not produce much pain. Most of the soreness present is due to soreness from the continual irritating drainage on the surrounding skin.  Localized heat applications can help reduce irritations temporarily. It is best to see your doctor for further evaluation  and management.

Take care and keep us posted.