i have these bumps on my arms that look like pimples but they r not......i have tried washing my arms and changing soaps...nothing has helped....they seem to be worse on one arm ......they apear mostly on the upper arm....does anybody know what they r and how to get rid of them.......
2006-07-11 13:57:55 · 26 answers · asked by courtela 2 in Health ➔ Other - Health
Don't worry. This is known as keratosis pilaris, and you can google that. It's incredibly common. Your parents probably had it, and passed the gene on to you. Your hair follicles on your arms just get clogged up with dead skin cells. Try using a scrub like St. Ives apricot scrub to exfoliate (remove dead skin cells.) Then use a good moistuizer like Cetaphil daily. Use a gentle soap that does not dry your skin, as dry skin worsens the condition. Take care.
2006-07-11 14:04:11 · answer #1 · answered by alwaysright 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Of course since I have not seen your arms I can not give you a definite answer, only your dermatologist can do that. Having said that you may have Keratosis Pilaris which is a very common and certainly nothing to worry about. There are medications that can be perscribed if your doctor feels that this is what you have. Keep in mind that this usually disappears with age.
2006-07-11 21:04:31 · answer #2 · answered by Dr. Emily 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It may be a common skin condition called keratosis pilaris. If the bumps do not look like acne, characterized by puss and irritation, this is most likely what you have. The following link may assist you in deciding if your condition is indeed karatosis pilaris. Either way, it may be a good idea to have your health care provider evaluate it and suggest a treatment.
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2006-07-11 21:02:25 · answer #3 · answered by 1_2_b_unknown 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My four year old granddaughter had them also. The doctor told us to use soap and a soft bath scrubbie to scrub them when she bathed. Then use a lotion such as Oley Quench after she dried off. It works. I think the trick might be the combonation of the two, plus to apply the lotion while the skin is still damp after toweling off.
2006-07-11 21:05:58 · answer #4 · answered by arkyankeedonna 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could just keep them clean because it could be perfectly harmless but it would probably be wise not to expose your arms to the sun or to plants more than necessary. If the problem persists, then you need to get help. Your parents should have the experience to know if you need to get some form of treatment or not.
2006-07-11 21:03:44 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If they've been there a while, I'd get real help, not just Yahoo Answers. Otherwise, it's probably just a rash, something that you rubbed up against and will go away in due time (could be short, could be long). Nothin' to worry about.
2006-07-11 21:01:44 · answer #6 · answered by Krazy Karl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't worry, its NOT aids.... probably just prickly heat. If it is on your upper arms, is it where your sleeves are? if so, try changing your laundry soap, maybe your allergic to that. I wouldn't worry too much, but try some moisturizing lotion.
2006-07-11 21:02:55 · answer #7 · answered by Linda 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, actually they are pimples. You need to exfoliate and do it daily. I suggest you use a "Buff Puff" or something like it. You can buy them at the grocery store. That's fairly normal. Also, use lotion immediately after you scrub.
2006-07-11 21:01:46 · answer #8 · answered by cyanne2ak 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
These bumps could be the result of being exposed to hot temperatures or you may be alergic to something and you may not even be aware of it. I suggest you see a dermatologist.
2006-07-11 21:04:19 · answer #9 · answered by madeline4sure 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's acne, it's difficult to get rid of the acne on your upper arms. I had it myself and I know many people who have also had it.
2006-07-11 21:00:44 · answer #10 · answered by Everything 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋