Dr Pimple Popper

Drag queen Tameru bears numerous tiny clusters of cysts across his chest, arms and neck. He first noticed the bumps more than ten years ago and to this day remains uncertain of their nature. The cause of the cysts has never been identified, leaving him without a diagnosis.

Cyst Pits is a television programme presented as a single episode. It falls within the genre of episodic content and focuses on unusual medical or bodily conditions. The series aims to document personal stories that involve distinctive physical anomalies, offering viewers a glimpse into lives that are often hidden from mainstream attention. The episode centres on Tameru, a drag performer, whose skin is dotted with numerous tiny cysts. These clusters appear across his chest, extend onto his arms and are also visible on his neck. The visual impact of the bumps is a prominent feature of his appearance, distinguishing him from typical stage personas. Tameru first became aware of the growths more than ten years ago. Since that initial discovery, he has lived with the condition but doesn’t have a clear medical explanation. Despite any investigations he may have pursued, the nature of the cysts remains uncertain, leaving him without a definitive diagnosis. Throughout the programme, Tameru shares his ongoing experience of coping with the unexplained skin changes. The episode follows his reflections on how the cysts affect his daily routine and performance life, while underscoring the lingering question of what exactly the bumps represent. His story illustrates the personal impact of an unresolved medical mystery.