Acne Keloidalis Nuchae scar revision, Why it was done in this patient: For years, this man dealt with an aggressive hair condition known as acne keloidalis nuchae, or AKN. The disorder manifests on the back of the scalp just above the nape of the neck. AKN wreaks havoc on the hair follicles, starting off as something similar to razor bumps on the back of the head. But then it develops into sizeable keloid-like pustules, which lead to permanent hair loss and scarring.

The patient decided to pursue treatment to get rid of his AKN. He tried steroid injections, which did not work, and then opted for surgical excision. The surgery also failed, and his acne keloidalis nuchae returned even worse.

Acne Keloidalis Nuchae Scar Revision Surgery

Years later, the patient came to DermHair Clinic for an attempt at one more surgery. Dr. Umar’s surgical treatment successfully cut out the entire area infected with AKN. This successive surgery at DermHair Clinic was to refine the scar. “[The scar] is much smaller, flatter. And I like it,” the patient commented as he laughed. “Before I was very conscious about it. I didn’t want anyone to stand behind me. Now after my acne keloidalis nuchae scar revision surgery which also removed the diseased portions, I don’t really think about it.” This AkN Surgery Revision really changed my life and persona.