Acne on the back of the neck may be caused by folliculitis or eczema, which can usually be improved by medication and adjusting lifestyle habits.
1. Folliculitis: Infectious folliculitis is mostly caused by bacteria, fungi, viruses, etc. Patients will have red papules or mounds of pustules centered on the hair follicles, with itching and pain, so pimples on the back of the neck may be caused by folliculitis. Patients can apply mupirocin ointment, fusidic acid cream and other drugs.
2. Eczema: Eczema is a chronic inflammatory itchy skin disease, there will be erythema, papules and other symptoms, so the back of the neck acne may be caused by eczema. Patients can apply dexamethasone cream, urea cream and so on. Don’t drink alcohol, don’t scratch, don’t use hot water, eat a light diet, don’t eat spicy and stimulating food.
Acne on the back of the neck may also be caused by other diseases, it is recommended to consult a dermatologist in the hospital. All of the above medications should be used in accordance with medical advice.