A thick patch of hair over the spine may be localized hypertrichosis. Learn why its location, timing, and other symptoms can matter.
Why Is There a Long, Thick Patch of Hair on My Spine?
Tag: Moles & Lesions
Why Do I Have Multiple Skin Tags and Bumps on My Scalp and Ears?
Multiple bumps on the scalp and ears may have several causes. Learn what they can look like, what to avoid, and when to see a dermatologist.
Does Having These Skin Bumps Mean I’m at Risk for Kidney or Lung Problems?
Most skin bumps are harmless, but certain patterns can be linked to Birt-Hogg-Dube syndrome and may warrant evaluation by a dermatologist.
PDT for Actinic Keratosis on the Scalp and Ears in Fort Lauderdale
Learn how PDT may treat actinic keratoses on the scalp and ears, what the procedure involves, and when to see a dermatologist in Fort Lauderdale.
Why Do I Have a Cluster of Tiny, Dark Bumps on My Chest? (Eruptive Vellus Hair Cysts)
Tiny, dark bumps on the chest may sometimes be eruptive vellus hair cysts. Learn what they are, what they can resemble, and when to see a dermatologist.
Why Do I Have Flat, Warty Bumps on My Hands That Won’t Go Away?
Flat, persistent bumps on the hands may be flat warts or another skin condition. Learn why they linger, what to avoid, and when to see a dermatologist.
Why Is There a Group of Shiny, Waxy Bumps on My Chest or Abdomen? (Steatocystoma Multiplex)
Learn why grouped shiny, waxy bumps on the chest or abdomen may be steatocystoma multiplex and when a dermatologist should evaluate them.
Could a Hairy Patch on My Back Be a Sign of a Spinal Problem?
A hairy patch on the lower back is often harmless, but certain patterns can be associated with an underlying spinal condition.
PDT for Precancerous Spots on the Hands and Forearms
Learn how photodynamic therapy may be used for actinic keratoses on sun-damaged hands and forearms, including preparation and recovery.
Porokeratosis: Ring-Shaped Scaly Spots That Worsen With Sun Exposure
Learn how porokeratosis may look, why sun exposure can worsen it, and when ring-shaped scaly spots should be checked by a dermatologist.
