I have these red bumps/pimples on my upper arms, had it since teens, now 21, how do i get rid of them?

Answer 1

I know what you are talkin bout...when u are in the shower.... make shure u scrub them really good....and make shure u rinse them realy good...... soo yeah hope this helped!

Answer 2

These are blocked pores where hairs emerge.

First, do not pick or scratch them - they'll get more red, inflamed, and infected!!!

Second, when you shower, wash with antibacterial soap like Dial. Use a luffa sponge (or something slightly coarse) to wash with in warm (slightly hot) warm. Don't scrub the area this can make them inflamed! Using a luffa sponge will help pull the tiny waxy material out of the pores. Antibacterial soap will cut down on bacterial growth. Make sure your showering at least once a day (but two might necessary).

Also, if you sleep without a shirt, make sure your bed sheets are clean and changed regularly. Again, this help reduce bacteria.

Don't put anything oily on your shoulders!

Try this for about a month. The red bumps should clear up. I had this problem as a teenager. It is common. I now have smooth shoulders.

Answer 3

Welcome to the club - you probably have a very common skin condition called keratosis pilaris. It's usually on the backs of upper arms, but is also found on lower arms, legs, and abdomen. It's caused by dead skin building up around the hair follicles. A lot of people have it, and don't know it. You've probably tried scrubbing, picking, exfoliating, and nothing worked. Instead, try applying a lotion that contains alpha hydroxy acid (glycolic acid or lactic acid in the ingredients list) or beta hydroxy acid (salicylic acid). They work by dissolving the bonds between the dead skin cells so they can slough off normally.

Unfortunately there is no "cure" for this - only treatment. You have to use the lotion every day, forever, or it will come back. Hydroxy acids also make the skin more susceptible to sunburn, so be sure to either use a product that contains sunscreen, or apply a sunscreen before going outside.

The links below are to a few websites that deal with keratosis pilaris (and include photos, so you can be sure if it's the same thing you're talking about).

Answer 4

It is usually caused from dry skin. If it's cold where you are, that's probably the culprit. Put lotion on your arms and it should begin to clear up within a few days to a couple of weeks depending on how bad it is. Keep it clear by using a moisturizing body wash like oil of olay complete. Edit: It is not clogged pores or pimples.

Answer 5

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Acne_vulgaris

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Contents:
1 SYMPTOMS
2 CAUSES OF ACNE
2.1 MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT CAUSES
3 TREATMENTS
3.1 TIMELINE OF ACNE TREATMENT
3.2 AVAILABLE TREATMENTS
3.2.1 Exfoliating the skin
3.2.2 Topical Bactericidals
3.2.3 Topical antibiotics
3.2.4 Oral antibiotics
3.2.5 Hormonal treatments
3.2.6 External retinoids
3.2.7 Oral retinoids
3.2.8 Phototherapy
3.2.8.1 Blue and red light
3.2.8.2 Photodynamic therapy
3.3 Less widely used treatments
3.4 FUTURE TREATMENTS
3.5 Preferred treatments by types of acne vulgaris
4 ACNE SCARS
5 See also
6 References
7 Footnotes
8 External links



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Answer 6

Probably eczema. After showering put on lotion or vasoline it will help minimize them but wont get rid of them all together. A doctor can prescribe a steroid that helps them go away than keep using the lotion after showering to maintain.

Answer 7

This is not uncommon, you have a Vitamin E deficiency.

Find a good lotion that has a lot of Vitamin E in it. Apply at least once each day.

If you can't find a lotion that has Vit. E then purchase Vit. E pills and cut them open and spread on your arms.

Answer 8

See a dermatologist.