What causes bumps all over the back?
Apr 20, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Wan
Introduction
Bumpy skin on the back may result from physiological factors such as low immune function, frequent consumption of irritating foods, or inadequate back hygiene. It could also be caused by pathological conditions such as acne, folliculitis, or allergic dermatitis. It is recommended to visit a dermatology clinic at a hospital to determine the underlying cause and receive appropriate treatment based on the diagnosis.
Having bumps all over the back may be due to physiological factors, or conditions such as acne and folliculitis. A detailed analysis is as follows:
I. Physiological Factors
If immune function is low, or if one frequently consumes spicy or irritating foods, or fails to properly clean the back, these factors may lead to proliferation of mites on the back, resulting in bumps. This is considered a normal physiological phenomenon.
II. Pathological Factors
1. Acne
This may occur due to elevated androgen levels causing excessive sebum production, or excessive keratinization of the hair follicle sebaceous gland openings, preventing sebum from being discharged. The accumulation within the follicles leads to acne formation, which can cause bumps on the back.
2. Folliculitis
The back contains abundant sebaceous glands and tends to sweat heavily. Excessive sweat and sebum can easily block hair follicle openings, leading to secondary infection and folliculitis, which may result in bumps appearing on the back.
In addition to the above causes, bumps may also be caused by eczema, allergic dermatitis, or other conditions. It is recommended to visit a dermatology clinic at a hospital for proper diagnosis. Once the underlying cause is identified, appropriate treatment targeting the specific cause can be administered.
