Pimples on the back of the man
Acne conglobata manifests itself particularly in men. This affects 80% of young people. One of the triggering factors is the genetics of 5-alpha-reductase, especially in males.
This enzyme converts part of the testosterone to dehydrotestosterone. Testosterone is the main male hormone that can cause acne. If the 5-alpha-reductase is genetically modified, this can lead to overactivity in the sebaceous gland apparatus. The result is pus pimples, which can appear on the back and other parts of the body. This phenomenon can be particularly pronounced in life phases of hormonal change, such as puberty.
Pus pimples on the décolleté
The development of pus pimples in the area of the décolleté can have various causes. Depending on how the affected person is dressed, this area of skin has a disposition towards chemical, physical and mechanical stimuli. Acne papulo-pustulosa manifests itself in the area of the décolleté, among other places.
This form of acne causes inflammation of the sebaceous glands, resulting in papules and pustules. Pus pimples in the area of the décolleté can also be triggered by various allergens. These can be present in clothing, jewelry, cosmetics or care products.
In addition, pimples in this skin area can be caused by temperature changes or sensitivity to temperature changes. This means that, if the person is predisposed to it, pus pimples can develop in the décolleté in cold and/or warm weather or in certain humidity or dry air. In addition, physical or psychological stress reactions can cause pus pimples to develop in this region of the body.
Diagnosis of pus pimples on the back
If the occasional pus pimples on the back – without accompanying complaints or restrictions in everyday life – are concerned, there is usually no need for a medical diagnosis and treatment. A dermatologist should only be consulted if the individual well-being and quality of life are restricted by this. The examination begins with an anamnesis.
Therefore, it is helpful if the affected persons consider beforehand when the symptoms occurred and whether there could be connections with diet, lifestyle, medication, clothing and other factors. The doctor looks at the pimples on the back with the naked eye and with an incident light microscope. With this aid, the doctor can see the structures of the pimples on the skin in a magnified form and thus make better statements about their characteristics.
In addition, he can feel the elevation of the pimples. In technical jargon, this is referred to as palpation.If there are also skin symptoms in other parts of the body, these are also examined and palpated. Possibly a smear is taken to determine a suspected pathogen.
If a fungal disease is suspected, a scale sample is taken. In addition, the determination of certain parameters in the blood can be helpful in finding the cause. If an allergy is suspected, appropriate allergy tests must be performed. Furthermore, childhood diseases must be excluded.
