How can I treat this red bump that has been on my back for three years? (Photos)

June 12, 2025
Asked By:Philosophical528053 in Abbeyville, Colorado

I have a red bump on my back, behind my shoulder for 3 years. It has white dots on in the center and 3 around the rim . I'm tried tretinoin and chemical exfoliants but it didnt seem to be effective in making it go away. What treatments options are available? I went to a derm and was told to use benzyl hydroxide. Should I have it drained? My camera isn't great so the images weren't clear.

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June 27, 2025

Answer: Vbeam laser can help reduce redness of this. Recommend doing injection therapy to reduce inflammation and flatten it out.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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June 27, 2025

Answer: Vbeam laser can help reduce redness of this. Recommend doing injection therapy to reduce inflammation and flatten it out.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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