Question 1

everytime i wear jeans, or any type of pants like jeans i break out in small red real itchy bumps all over my legs. but not for any other pants. :(?

Accepted Answer

Irritant vs contact: You may have a contact allergy to one of the ingredients in your jeans. Another possibility is that jeans are worn tightly and may be rubbing on your skin whereas other types of pants are not usually that tight.  See a dermatologist or allergist to get patch tested if you cannot avoid wearing jeans.

Question 2

i have been breaking out all over my body in itchy bumps. is this eczema?

Accepted Answer

Bumps: Itchy bumps can be multiple things, eczema is one, hives is another, see a doctor for a proper diagnosis and treatment.

Question 3

both my arms is breaking out in tiny itchy bumps. what could be the possible causes?

Accepted Answer

: There is more than one possibility, It could be if you were outdoors you had insect bites, it could be allergic reaction to something, dry skin, atopic dermatitis. There is not enough information to be more specific but you could have it examined. I would suggest to try moisturizers and see if that relieves the itching.

Question 4

i am breaking out with itchy bumps on my upper thigh that is now spreading to my side and the back of my legs. i have diabetes.would that contribute?

Accepted Answer

Hives: You may be breaking out with hives.It is possible you may be allergic to medication that you are taking.

Question 5

i keep breaking out with little itchy bumps in patches behind my legs arm joints and above my butt! help its makin me crazy!

Accepted Answer

Eczema: Eczema is an inherited tendency toward dry skin and skin allergies. Eczema rash normally presents as dry, flaky white patches, but can also flare up and cause lesions that may turn red and raised. Eczema lesions are frequently found on the inside of the elbows and the backs of the knees. Treatment is with prescription cortisone and emollients.

Question 6

i recently discontinued isotretinoin for painful cystic acne. now i'm breaking out on my forehead with little itchy bumps with long whiteheads.  ?

Accepted Answer

See Your Derm: See your dermatologist.  You may need a mild retinoid (tretinoin) to keep you from breaking out, at least for a few months.  This will likley pass uneventfully.  However, there could be another cause for this type of breakout.  Your dermatologist can help you with this frustrating flare.

Question 7

for the past5 summers i break out in little liquid filled itchy bumps on my arms. i wear sunscreen when outside for prolonged time.  is this sun?

Accepted Answer

Contact allergy?: Itchy, fluid-filled bumps are classically seen in contact dermatitis. A common example would be poison ivy. Many chemicals can cause this reaction, even those in sunscreen. The sun itself can cause different kinds of rashes, but would rarely cause the symptoms you describe. See a dermatologist or allergist about your rash, and take a picture of it in case it goes away before your appointment.

Question 8

every so often my hands break out in itchy bumps that turn into blisters and leak. what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Contact or irritant: Both contact allergens and irritants (soap, cleanser etc) can cause this type of skin problem. If you wash your hands too often, you may irritate the skin as well. Try avoiding using scented or antibacterial soap. Apply hand lotion after washing hands. Avoid irritants (wear non-latex gloves when washing). Topical hydrocortisone cream may help. See dermatologist if problem persists.

Question 9

small itchy bumps in a row, what could they be?

Accepted Answer

Many possibilities: There are many things that could cause itchy bumps.  Several types of inflammatory conditions of the skin, allergic reactions, and sometimes bacterial, viral or fungal infections can cause rashes on the skin. Insect bites can also be the cause of a rash on the skin.  Have it evaluated by a professional and get the appropriate treatment.

Question 10

what to do if i have small itchy bumps on both of my elbows?

Accepted Answer

Bumps: This can't be diagnosed with the information that is available. A history, physical examination &amp; other studies may be needed to determine cause/causes. 
Once accurately assessed a treatment plan can be developed.

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Everytime i wear jeans, or any type of pants like jeans i break out in small red real itchy bumps all over my legs. but not for any other pants. :(?

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I have been breaking out all over my body in itchy bumps. is this eczema?

A member asked:

Both my arms is breaking out in tiny itchy bumps. what could be the possible causes?

A member asked:

I am breaking out with itchy bumps on my upper thigh that is now spreading to my side and the back of my legs. i have diabetes.would that contribute?

A member asked:

I keep breaking out with little itchy bumps in patches behind my legs arm joints and above my butt! help its makin me crazy!

A member asked:

I recently discontinued isotretinoin for painful cystic acne. now i'm breaking out on my forehead with little itchy bumps with long whiteheads. ?

A member asked:

For the past5 summers i break out in little liquid filled itchy bumps on my arms. i wear sunscreen when outside for prolonged time. is this sun?

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Every so often my hands break out in itchy bumps that turn into blisters and leak. what could this be?

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Small itchy bumps in a row, what could they be?

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What to do if i have small itchy bumps on both of my elbows?

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