i get little bumps on my face and arms, they look a little like goose bumps except i always have them. i dont think its normal because none of my friends have them. I've had them since when i was about 8 years old. what is this and is there something i can use to get rid of them?
Is this a skin disease?
go to the doctors.. and dont paste this in "beauty and style" skin section of answers, go to the health section!
Reply:Keratosis pilaris is a skin condition commonly seen on the upper arms, buttocks and thighs. The skin cells that normally flake off as a fine dust from the skin form plugs in the hair follicles. These appear as small pimples that have a dry ''sandpaper'' feeling. They are usually white but sometimes rather red. They usually don't itch or hurt.
Keratosis pilaris is particularly common in teenagers on the upper arms. It may occur in babies where it tends to be most obvious on the cheeks. It may remain for years but generally gradually disappears usually before age 30. Keratosis pilaris is unsightly but completely harmless. It is usually worse during the winter months or other times of low humidity when skin dries out, and may worsen during pregnancy or after childbirth.
Treatment of keratosis pilaris is not necessary, and unfortunately often has disappointing results. With persistence, most people can get very satisfactory improvement. Initial treatment should be intensive moisturizing. Try a cream such as Acid mantle, Vaseline or Complex 15 after bathing, and re-apply the cream again several times daily.
If this does not help, change to a medicated cream containing urea (Carmol, Vanomide, U-Kera, Ultra Mide, Nutraplus) or alpha-hydroxy acids (Aqua Glycolic, Lacticare) applied twice daily - it may be too irritating to use more often. More aggressive home treatment can be done if ones skin can tolerate it. The plugged pores can be removed by taking long, hot soaking tub baths and then rubbing the areas with a coarse washcloth, stiff brush, or 'Buf-Puf'.
Prescription medicines that may help include antibiotics (Erythromycin, Bactrim) if the spots are very red and Tazorac Cream. Tazorac, a relative of vitamin A, may cause irritation in some people.
Reply:It might be eczema.
Go to the doctor, that's the best thing.
Reply:tell a doctor he will help
Reply:Don't just go to the doctor; go to the dermatologist instead. Because they specialize in skin, they will be able to help you with a lot more expertise.
clear weed
Saturday, April 24, 2010
Why does my husband have red bumps on his stomach and upper legs?
he works in a place that has no a/c and he wants to know what he can do to fix this problem. He has very sensitive skin due to a skin disorder.
Why does my husband have red bumps on his stomach and upper legs?
It sounds like a heat rash. A steroid cream should alleviate his symptoms if this is the problem.
Reply:sounds like a heat rash, have him put powder(corn starch based) on in the mornings that should help
Reply:heat rash.... wear looser clothes or it could be new laundry detergent that he may be allergic
Reply:It is most likely a heat rash. If it is wear his clothes are tightest and not allowing the skin to cool, this is your culprit. Most likely. Could possibly be hives, i get them when I am super stressed...either way they will go away on their own. Use lotion to soothe, and try to wear looser clothes that breathe better like cotton.
Reply:Might be a heat issue especially since he has very sensitive skin. I was thinking a talcum powder of some sort to keep his skin dry, but you may want to check with a doctor since he does have such sensitive skin.
Reply:My cousin has the same problem and we think its allergies or flea bites from his cat because he sleeps with him.
Reply:Sounds like it could be a heat rash.
Get him to wear all cotton, especially next to his skin.
Calamine cream may help.
Reply:Heat rash more than likely.
What to Do
The best treatment for heat rash is to provide a cooler, less humid environment. Keep the affected area dry. Dusting powder may be used to increase comfort, but avoid using ointments or creams-they keep the skin warm and moist and may make the condition worse.
Treating heat rash is simple and usually does not require medical assistance. Other heat-related problems can be much more severe.
He probably can't get into a cooler environment for work, but try and wear 100% cotton clothing since it breathes well; synthetic fabrics will just keep the heat and sweat in. He may also want to check out a sporting goods store and buy clothing that's meant to wick away moisture.
I've also heard good things about using Gold Bond powder to prevent heat rash.
Reply:its heat bumps!
Reply:It sounds like a heat rash to me. My fiance has the same problem when his skin gets too hot and gets no cool air. Maybe he is wearing too tight pants and not allowing air to get through to breathe. Maybe part of his skin disorder is part of the problem too or maybe he is having an allergic reaction to something. I would tell him like I told my fiance wear looser jeans and a looser t-shirt to let his skin breath. He also puts on hydrocortizone creme all the time and it went away finally. He could also use calamine lotion or powder or Aloe Vera or Eucerin Calming Itch-Relief Treatment with cooling menthol.
If nothing works for him he should get that checked out at a dermatologist
Why does my husband have red bumps on his stomach and upper legs?
It sounds like a heat rash. A steroid cream should alleviate his symptoms if this is the problem.
Reply:sounds like a heat rash, have him put powder(corn starch based) on in the mornings that should help
Reply:heat rash.... wear looser clothes or it could be new laundry detergent that he may be allergic
Reply:It is most likely a heat rash. If it is wear his clothes are tightest and not allowing the skin to cool, this is your culprit. Most likely. Could possibly be hives, i get them when I am super stressed...either way they will go away on their own. Use lotion to soothe, and try to wear looser clothes that breathe better like cotton.
Reply:Might be a heat issue especially since he has very sensitive skin. I was thinking a talcum powder of some sort to keep his skin dry, but you may want to check with a doctor since he does have such sensitive skin.
Reply:My cousin has the same problem and we think its allergies or flea bites from his cat because he sleeps with him.
Reply:Sounds like it could be a heat rash.
Get him to wear all cotton, especially next to his skin.
Calamine cream may help.
Reply:Heat rash more than likely.
What to Do
The best treatment for heat rash is to provide a cooler, less humid environment. Keep the affected area dry. Dusting powder may be used to increase comfort, but avoid using ointments or creams-they keep the skin warm and moist and may make the condition worse.
Treating heat rash is simple and usually does not require medical assistance. Other heat-related problems can be much more severe.
He probably can't get into a cooler environment for work, but try and wear 100% cotton clothing since it breathes well; synthetic fabrics will just keep the heat and sweat in. He may also want to check out a sporting goods store and buy clothing that's meant to wick away moisture.
I've also heard good things about using Gold Bond powder to prevent heat rash.
Reply:its heat bumps!
Reply:It sounds like a heat rash to me. My fiance has the same problem when his skin gets too hot and gets no cool air. Maybe he is wearing too tight pants and not allowing air to get through to breathe. Maybe part of his skin disorder is part of the problem too or maybe he is having an allergic reaction to something. I would tell him like I told my fiance wear looser jeans and a looser t-shirt to let his skin breath. He also puts on hydrocortizone creme all the time and it went away finally. He could also use calamine lotion or powder or Aloe Vera or Eucerin Calming Itch-Relief Treatment with cooling menthol.
If nothing works for him he should get that checked out at a dermatologist
I have these bumps on my middle finger?
On my middle finger, and on that finger only, I have had these red dots under the skin. I have had them for less than a week. They look exactly like the things my dad gets when he takes his shots for diabetes on the tip of his fingers, but I'm not pricking my self.
Its look like blood. Any ideas?
I have these bumps on my middle finger?
did you slam your finger in something?
Its look like blood. Any ideas?
I have these bumps on my middle finger?
did you slam your finger in something?
What does your skin look like when you have scabies? does it look the same as when you have eczema?
i might have scabies, or eczema i 'm not sure. i have reddish-pinkish bumps that are in a cluster of about 2 inches wide, right before my bikini line starts, but only on my left side. But i also have a bit of it on my back, kind of above my left kidney, but those bumps are smaller and redder (and my mom has kind of the same thing except it's on the inside of her elbows and on her knees.) Any idea of what it could be? is it contagious? could i have gotten it from my mom?
What does your skin look like when you have scabies? does it look the same as when you have eczema?
Sounds alot like eczema,but scabies is very similar and highly contagious,would suggest u see a doctor.....quick
Reply:sorta like a rash, or ceriosus
Reply:More photos than you'll ever want to see of people with scabies:
http://www.lib.uiowa.edu/hardin/md/scabi...
What does your skin look like when you have scabies? does it look the same as when you have eczema?
Sounds alot like eczema,but scabies is very similar and highly contagious,would suggest u see a doctor.....quick
Reply:sorta like a rash, or ceriosus
Reply:More photos than you'll ever want to see of people with scabies:
http://www.lib.uiowa.edu/hardin/md/scabi...
I have these bumps at the back of my arms.?
I read that it is some sort of skin disoder and there's no solution to remove them. However, my brother used to have them, but he doesn't anymore. He told me he constantly scrubbed the areas with soft body wash everytime he's in the shower. I try that, but it doesn't work, although they have been reduced. Any suggestions to completely remove them? Is it even possible?
I have these bumps at the back of my arms.?
i would say that this is a condition which will disappear as you get older but in the meantime, i suggest that you apply a general layer of aloe vera gel (or aloe vera juice with cotton wool) maybe 3 times a day.
you can buy an aloe vera plant locally if you prefer where you cut off small sections and apply.
internally, you can take cod liver oil or linseed on your food. all these help with inner lining
don't worry- obviously you can check it with your gp if you're not happy
Reply:Wait a few days. If they don't go away, go to the doctor to check them out.
Reply:Maybe, you have a shortage of Omega 3 fatty acids in your diet. I know when I don't eat enough fish I start up with some bumps. Of course scrubbing helps too but really check into your diet.
Reply:I have this too and I have tried the scrubbing and that hasn't helped. I have no idea. Sorry.
peacock plant
I have these bumps at the back of my arms.?
i would say that this is a condition which will disappear as you get older but in the meantime, i suggest that you apply a general layer of aloe vera gel (or aloe vera juice with cotton wool) maybe 3 times a day.
you can buy an aloe vera plant locally if you prefer where you cut off small sections and apply.
internally, you can take cod liver oil or linseed on your food. all these help with inner lining
don't worry- obviously you can check it with your gp if you're not happy
Reply:Wait a few days. If they don't go away, go to the doctor to check them out.
Reply:Maybe, you have a shortage of Omega 3 fatty acids in your diet. I know when I don't eat enough fish I start up with some bumps. Of course scrubbing helps too but really check into your diet.
Reply:I have this too and I have tried the scrubbing and that hasn't helped. I have no idea. Sorry.
peacock plant
Sand grain-like bumps under my penis?
I have had these sandgrain looking white spots on the skin of my penis for a while now and but I have not gone to see a doctor. I have never had sex of any kind so I think it isn't any STD.
Sand grain-like bumps under my penis?
i have them also ... and have had it check out and a std test .. i have had them sence i was about 14 or 15... im 22 .. there not sores or open at all they dont bother me at all or ich or anything like that .. i have had quite a few girlfriends also and didnt seem to mind .. i just talked about it and explained and half of them seen it before on others... even been called pickle *ick by a couple of girls lol.. but for the peace of mind ask a doctor just so know for sure whats going on ...
Reply:is it on the foreskin? on the top? or on the sides?
if its on the sides, its normal.... it's called Dermatexofinadine Hyperoxaine.... it's more visible on people with darker skin pigmentation
Reply:nasir1991 may be right. The way you describe these things though, they sound like they could be warts....which is one thing you can technically get without intercourse. Keep an eye on them. If they get worse, then they are most likely warts. Warts can also go away though, so that's good news. In any case I doubt it's anything serious.
Reply:Do you shave down there? If so that might be what your feeling. My husband has that.
Reply:I have them too. I've heard that they are some kind of sweat gland. They've never caused me problems.
Reply:If its on the lower (like near the pubic hair) sides of the penis. Thats just some hair growing. No its not from masturbateing or anything. It just happens. Dont worry.
Reply:pubic seeds ?
Sand grain-like bumps under my penis?
i have them also ... and have had it check out and a std test .. i have had them sence i was about 14 or 15... im 22 .. there not sores or open at all they dont bother me at all or ich or anything like that .. i have had quite a few girlfriends also and didnt seem to mind .. i just talked about it and explained and half of them seen it before on others... even been called pickle *ick by a couple of girls lol.. but for the peace of mind ask a doctor just so know for sure whats going on ...
Reply:is it on the foreskin? on the top? or on the sides?
if its on the sides, its normal.... it's called Dermatexofinadine Hyperoxaine.... it's more visible on people with darker skin pigmentation
Reply:nasir1991 may be right. The way you describe these things though, they sound like they could be warts....which is one thing you can technically get without intercourse. Keep an eye on them. If they get worse, then they are most likely warts. Warts can also go away though, so that's good news. In any case I doubt it's anything serious.
Reply:Do you shave down there? If so that might be what your feeling. My husband has that.
Reply:I have them too. I've heard that they are some kind of sweat gland. They've never caused me problems.
Reply:If its on the lower (like near the pubic hair) sides of the penis. Thats just some hair growing. No its not from masturbateing or anything. It just happens. Dont worry.
Reply:pubic seeds ?
Can dehydration cause skin rash?
Late this evening, my head started itching like crazy. I took a shower earlier today, and I wasn't sweating nor had I been so I knew that wasn't the cause. It stopped on its own after awhile. About an hour later, my right lower leg began itching around what looked like a mosquito bite. Again, the itching stopped about 30-45 min later and because it looked like a mosquito bite, I didn't think both itching episodes were related . I went to bed and woke up an hour later itching all over and with mosquito bite-like bumps on my tummy, arms, face, back, neck, and legs. The bumps seem to grow or swell when I scratch. I haven't changed detergents, body soaps or lotions, no new meds or food and that's why I'm wondering if it's mild dehydration. Prior to this episode, my hands have been abnormally dry for weeks, and my lips are very chapped and red, as if I'm wearing tainted gloss. I'm making an appt tom. but I'd like opinions/info/suggestions for peace of mind! Thanks!
Can dehydration cause skin rash?
I think its coincidental . Dehydration is easy to detect. look at your veins in your arm. i
f they are not very visible your dehydrated.
it will take several days to get it back. drink water not fruit water not coffee not tea WATER.
The rash thing can be from low humidity in the house air.
just a thought look at your foods you eat. do you seee the words monosodium glutamate. MSG for short. you might have that allergy, good luck.
Reply:Dehydration will cause your skin to be dry and flaky and itches , just like what we call winter skin, and can also cause your sips to be very dry, chapped and red from the dryness, but the way you describe your symptoms, you have something systemic going on,, like an allergy. Another thought is bed bugs, I had to mention this because you was talking about the mosquito like bites. Please keep your appt.. something going on,, not just dehydration.. Good luck,
Can dehydration cause skin rash?
I think its coincidental . Dehydration is easy to detect. look at your veins in your arm. i
f they are not very visible your dehydrated.
it will take several days to get it back. drink water not fruit water not coffee not tea WATER.
The rash thing can be from low humidity in the house air.
just a thought look at your foods you eat. do you seee the words monosodium glutamate. MSG for short. you might have that allergy, good luck.
Reply:Dehydration will cause your skin to be dry and flaky and itches , just like what we call winter skin, and can also cause your sips to be very dry, chapped and red from the dryness, but the way you describe your symptoms, you have something systemic going on,, like an allergy. Another thought is bed bugs, I had to mention this because you was talking about the mosquito like bites. Please keep your appt.. something going on,, not just dehydration.. Good luck,
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