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Have Red Bumps On Chest, Stomach And Abdomen Filled With White Pus. Suggest?

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Posted on Wed, 18 Sep 2013
Question: Hi,
I have some red bumps on my chest, stomach and abdomen area.They are not itchy at all. They are red and looks like more pimples. Few of them are big and red and few of them are red and very small. When I pressed one of them, a small white (fatty liquid) like came out. Once the white is gone, very very little blood comes up. When the white comes out, the bump looks small. They remain for 3 to 4 days and gets cleared. Few appears again. Has been happening from last one to two months. I have lot of hair on my body. I am very hygiene and take bath and clean properly. Can you please let me know if there are anything to be worried and also some OTC medicines?
Thanks
Also, in the past few weeks, climate is very hot and humid. Mine is an oily face and I get pimples on and often even now.
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Answered by Dr. Nsah Bernard (55 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Most likely inflammatory acne

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thanks for posting on XXXXXXX

From your description, it seems to me you are suffering from inflammatory acne or bacteria acne which is aggravated probably by hot weather. I would have loved to get a picture of the skin lesions on your chest and abdomen so I will be able to tell which skin infection it is. Acne does not only occur in the face and in some severe cases can occur on chest, back, abdomen etc.
You will require benzyl peroxide oitment or cream associated to oral doxycycline in order to get rid of the lesions. If these persist despite above treatment, do well to see a dermatologist for review.
If you are able to attach some photos, it will be more useful so I am able to help you.
I do not think you should be worried much about this and if you can get access to the treatment I mentioned, then you might be able to get rid of these

Hope this helps and wish you the best.
Dr. Nsah
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Nsah Bernard (32 minutes later)
Thanks Doctor. Please find attached two images that I have on my chest and abdomen area. Can you please let me know
Hello Doctor, Any updates on this? Kindly let me know. Thanks

Thanks
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Answered by Dr. Nsah Bernard (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Pictures seen

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for the pictures,

Even though the hairs make it quite difficult to see the exact primary lesions but I could notice more of macula lesions with erythematous base, sparsely distributed. Acne vulgaris could manifest as such but other skin diseases such as folliculitis could also present that way. Go in for treatment of acne and see evolution (as i earlier presented) and if not good, then a doctor would have to take a look to see exact infection then provide appropriate treatment. Topical steroid cream are generally efficient for most skin conditions e.g hydrocortisone 0.05% cream or betamethasone.

Hope this helps further and let me know if you have any further question.
Dr. Nsah
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Nsah Bernard (29 minutes later)
Can these be heat bumps? Also, I have been in extreme stress and anxiety for quite some time. I am very worried and hence asking again.
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Answered by Dr. Nsah Bernard (7 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Heat could aggravate but is not initial cause

Detailed Answer:
Heat could have aggravated an initial skin affection. I see it more like there is inflammation and when there is inflammation there is usually likely infection, allergy, autoimmune condition etc. To me, I see it more like a skin infection which if properly treated will clear off.
I believe you are worrying too much and you just need to relax, put on the medications I proposed (if possible you get a prescription for it) then observe. If no improvement, consult a dermatologist for review and specific treatement.
Heat rashes usually do not present as you demonstrated and neither stress nor anxiety could lead to such lesions. The most obvious cause is infection which can be treated effectively if you allow yourself to be treated.

Hope this helps further.
Dr. Nsah
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Nsah Bernard (33 minutes later)
Thank you. Also, I was on XXXXXXX diet eating approximately 20 carbs per day for more than 6 months. Is this related?. I will apply the ointment you mention and will check. Sorry for posting so many questions.
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Answered by Dr. Nsah Bernard (11 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Your welcome

Detailed Answer:
Well I do not think eating XXXXXXX diet is related to your skin condition. You obviously are worried about a lot of things and I assure you that you are most likely worried for not much a deal. Just try to follow through with my advise.
Also, I do not mind the many questions as I understand your state right now and I am here to help.

Hope this helps further.
Dr. Nsah
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Nsah Bernard (5 minutes later)
Thank you doctor for your advice and support. I will follow your instructions and will let you know shortly.
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Answered by Dr. Nsah Bernard (22 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
your welcome

Detailed Answer:
Thank you too and you are welcome.
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Have Red Bumps On Chest, Stomach And Abdomen Filled With White Pus. Suggest?

Brief Answer:
Most likely inflammatory acne

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thanks for posting on XXXXXXX

From your description, it seems to me you are suffering from inflammatory acne or bacteria acne which is aggravated probably by hot weather. I would have loved to get a picture of the skin lesions on your chest and abdomen so I will be able to tell which skin infection it is. Acne does not only occur in the face and in some severe cases can occur on chest, back, abdomen etc.
You will require benzyl peroxide oitment or cream associated to oral doxycycline in order to get rid of the lesions. If these persist despite above treatment, do well to see a dermatologist for review.
If you are able to attach some photos, it will be more useful so I am able to help you.
I do not think you should be worried much about this and if you can get access to the treatment I mentioned, then you might be able to get rid of these

Hope this helps and wish you the best.
Dr. Nsah