Hiding Scalp Bumps Under a Hat: John’s Turning Point (Chapter 15) John’s family feared they were losing him. In this chapter, they talk about a bad car accident and the depression that followed. Then John says it plainly: “There was a time I thought the only way out was the cliff.” People with disfiguring keloidal scalp conditions often countenance deeper issues besides hiding scalp bumps under a hat. When you’re always covering your scalp, it can start to feel like you’re covering your whole life. If you’re dealing with scalp bumps on the back of your head, don’t carry it alone. Getting evaluated by the right clinician can help you name what’s happening and choose the next step. If you are struggling, reach out for help. Have you ever felt yourself shrinking to avoid being seen? Yes/No Subscribe and stay tuned for the next chapter of John’s Bumpinator journey. 0:00 A family’s fear after the accident 0:16 “The only way out was the cliff” 0:33 The mindset shift and new confidence 0:49 When hiding becomes a signal hiding scalp bumps under a hat acne keloidalis nuchae I wear a hat to hide my scalp scalp bumps on back of head dermatologist for scalp bumps
