Wierd skin condition!!!!

I am 14 and in the past 2 years, I have noticed that I've been getting these bumps on my arm. The are almost like pimple, but I have very good hygiene, so I don't think they are pimples. They are on my upper arm and stop at my elbow and my shoulder. After looking at them closer, My whole arm has multiple hairs coming out of a single pore. When I pull out the extra hairs, Their is no hair left so I don't like to do that, but it bugs me. Anything helps! Thanks!
P.S. I have broken my wrist and had to get a full arm cast if that could be a clue to anything.

[skiboy78]

P.S. the hairs are coming out of both the pimples and everywhere else on my arm

[amandamae1126]

I have something similar and have seen the dermatologist about it. She said it was from dry skin. She was right. I started using lotion 4-5 times per day and it went away. But that gets expensive. Then I found Eucerin (it's like $8 at Wal Mart) and only lotioned twice per day. Now I am down to once every other day or so and it keeps my upper arms nice and smooth. Here is what their web site says:

Keratosis Pilaris
If you have rough, bumpy skin you may have a condition known as Keratosis Pilaris. Keratosis Pilaris (or KP) is a common dry skin condition that looks like goose bumps. These bumps can either appear skin-colored or red and are most commonly found on the arms and legs. Your dermatologist can tell by examining your skin whether you have KP.

KP is caused by a build-up of keratin (a protein that makes up skin, hair and nails). Keratin can form hard plugs in skin's hair follicles, which creates rough bumps. KP generally runs in families, and is more common among people with atopic dermatitis (eczema).

While KP is not a serious problem, it can be unattractive. The good news is that KP generally goes away on its own as you get older and can be reduced with a daily skin care regimen. You can reduce skin roughness and redness by taking lukewarm showers and baths, using a mild soap-free cleanser, and applying an exfoliating moisturizer every day.

Moisturizers—What's the Best for KP?
Dermatologists often recommend a moisturizer that contains urea and alpha hydroxy acids. That's because urea intensively moisturizes and alpha hydroxy acids help exfoliate rough, dry skin. This combination works to reduce KP bumps. Eucerin Plus Intensive Repair Body Creme is clinically proven to minimize bumps and skin roughness to smooth the skin.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
The symptoms are suggestive of folliculitis or irritated hair follicles. Keep the area clean and apply some topical antiseptics. Also wear loose-fitting cotton clothing and use an antibacterial soap or mild soap like dove. Avoid any kind of cosmetics. Topical antibiotics such as Bactroban can be applied.

If the symptoms are severe then please get an evaluation done by a dermatologist.
It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.