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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
small red bumps on arms,shoulders and back
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
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small red bumps on arms,shoulders and back
by jrivera9, May 29, 2008 11:05PM
I have these small red bumps(to the touch) on my upper arms, shoulders and back.
I had noticed that the small red bumps go away and go come back every so ofter.
However, I didn't know I had them on the shoulders or back until I went for a mud treatment at a spa. The person doing the mud treatment said it look like I have some type of rash.
Any ideas what these red bumps could be? an allergic reaction to something? affect of sun damage (I haven't sun myself in 10 yrs)? Any information would be greatly appreciated.
I had noticed that the small red bumps go away and go come back every so ofter.
However, I didn't know I had them on the shoulders or back until I went for a mud treatment at a spa. The person doing the mud treatment said it look like I have some type of rash.
Any ideas what these red bumps could be? an allergic reaction to something? affect of sun damage (I haven't sun myself in 10 yrs)? Any information would be greatly appreciated.
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, May 30, 2008 05:17AM
, May 30, 2008 05:17AMTo: jrivera9
Bumps that come and go would not be either allergy or sun damage.. They're probably just clogged pores, the grownup equivalent of pimples. But the only way you're going to know for sure what they are is to have a doctor look at them. So don't worry about these bumps--see a doctor and check. Meantime, no treatment is needed, but be sure to avoid picking or rubbing any of the bumps.
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Member Comments (2)
by jrivera9, May 31, 2008 12:28AM
To: Dr. Rockoff
Thanks doctor. I will schedule an appointment with a dermatologist just to make sure its not something serious. I appreciate the feedback.And post a follow up after see the doctor.
