I've found weird bumps on my skin lately

[Aaron63]

I've found strange bumps on my left hand,left forearm,the lower part of my right arm.and my right ear.
I'm not sure what it is but my mother thought it was just hives.I think its some kind of skin rash.But I just wanted to ask someone else about it.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,

I cannot confirm anything without examination,but it sounds like folliculitis. Folliculitis is the inflammation of one or more hair follicles.It starts when hair follicles are damaged by friction from clothing or blockage of the follicle. Pls keep the area clean .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 mupirocin or neomycin containing ointment are also useful.In case the symptoms persist then oral antibiotics may be needed.Pls consult a dermatologist in that case.Best…

[Aaron63]

There is no pain,itching,irritation,or discharge there just bumps

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,

Well,nothing can be judged without examination,but they can be hives,dermatitis,eczema,folliculitis,keratosis pilaris,fungal infections etc.Pls elaborate on the description of bumps and if they are associated with any itching,irritation,pain or any discharge.Then only differentials can be drawn.

Hope it helps.Take care and regards.