Acne keloidalis nuchae – AKN Cured Through Excision:  is an unusual condition thought to be one of the main causes of cicatricial alopecia, or scarring alopecia. AKN has a yet undetermined pathology, but is seen most common amid African American men. It is believed to have a cause and effect relationship with the friction that results from short haircuts (from the frequent strokes of a razor or a shirt collar rubbing, etc.).

AKN Cured Through Excision

It starts out looking like small razor bumps on the back of the head or nape of the neck and develops into keloid-like masses. These tumescent plaques cause permanent loss of hair and scarring in the affected area. The only way to effectively get rid of AKN is through surgical excision.

This patient suffered with acne keloidalis nuchae and had it surgically removed, but it returned, with surgical scarring to boot. The patient decided to see if Dr. Umar could rid him of the condition and scarring with a second surgery. Five months after the procedure with Dr. Umar, the results are promising. The patient reports that his wound healed quickly and the scar is now minimal in comparison to before.