I have something like zits growing on my arm. Sure there was only about 2 or 3 around a year ago. NOW I have about 50 and they keeping on coming on my arm!!! any ideas how I can get rid of this?
Thank you for your answers
2007-04-26 11:43:26 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
This does not sound like 'zits'. You need to see a dermatologist. This could be something serious.
Best wishes and good luck.
2007-04-26 11:51:58 · answer #1 · answered by Doctor J 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i got this from a google search as i needed more info.......(Keratosis pilaris is very common, finding a home on the upper arms, thighs, and shoulders. Keratosis pilaris tends to be more severe during the winter months but no one is sure why that is the case and it definitely isn't consistent for everyone. Basically, the bumpy rough spots are clogged pores that sometimes get red and irritated but rarely itch. Regrettably there is no available cure or universally effective treatment, though it is generally well accepted that unclogging pores and reducing inflammation can improve matters greatly (Source: eMedicine Journal, July 2, 2001, Volume 2, Number 7).
Lactic acid (a very effective form of alpha hydroxy acid) can help exfoliate skin cells, but lactic acid isn't effective for dissolving lipids, so it can't penetrate into the pore and exfoliate the lining of the pore that is a major cause of the problem. For that, you would need a beta hydroxy acid product with the active ingredient salicylic acid and a pH low enough for exfoliation to occur. It is also helpful to avoid bar soaps that can irritate skin or cause clogged pores. A gentle body shampoo is best. The recommendation to scrub away the plugs can mean you inflame the area and still leave the skin feeling rough and bumpy below the surface where the abrasive can't reach.
Another common condition that can manifest itself as visible red bumps on the arms and thighs is bacterial folliculitis. This inflammatory condition involves an infection of the hair follicle by the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus. It begins with mild swelling and redness around the hair follicle and may eventually become small, inflamed pustules. This condition is most common in persons with a lot of body hair, but can occur on anyone. The most common form of prescribed treatment is a course of oral antibiotics (penicillins, cephalosporins) but topically applied antibiotics are also helpful (Source: The Skin Sourcebook, 1998, pages 162-164). You can also try treating the affected area with daily application of a product containing 5% or 10% benzoyl peroxide. This topical disinfectant is often helpful in keeping these inflamed, acne-like bumps under control. )
i knew wht they were as both my kids has it,its a genetic condition and harmless and exfoliating and moisturising does work. good luck
2007-05-02 04:12:05 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Keep the areas clean, oil/lotion free, and dry. If that is no help, see a doctor. They can get rid of that with antibiotics very quickly.
2007-04-26 18:52:19 · answer #3 · answered by Dr. J 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i would check with a dermatologist or your family doctor. it's possible it could be psoriasis or folliculitis. there are topical treatments available or it may require exfoliation with specific cleansers or body sponges or cloths that you would do yourself. don't pick at them because you can scar from doing that.
2007-05-03 19:49:18 · answer #4 · answered by lacrosselover 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it could be heat rash. a lot of people get those permanently on their arms. i would see a doctor for opinions.
2007-05-02 17:50:28 · answer #5 · answered by Reyna 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it could be Dermatitis Herpetiformis, they thought i had it on my stomach, but it is most common on your arms.
2007-05-04 10:39:58 · answer #6 · answered by Alexa A 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋