What Does Small Pimple At The Hairline On Back Of Neck Indicate?

Posted on Mon, 5 May 2014

Question: I had a small pimple at the hairline at the back of my neck that got scratched with my hairbrush. While that is healing the area just below has grown tender and right below that there's a small lump. Have been putting on hot compresses.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (1 hour later)

Brief Answer: Bacterial folliculitis Detailed Answer: Hello Thanks for the query, You might have developed folliculitis. It is a bacterial infection. You can apply ointment mupirocine twice daily for a week. This will help you. If possible upload a photograph of the lesions. This will help me in giving a closer diagnosis. Waiting for your response. Thank you

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