Question 1

how long should bump on leg take to go down?

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Depends: Varies depending on the size your age, the causes, how it is treated, your level of activity on the leg.........

Question 2

bumps on legs like hair folicles, what is this?

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Not sure: There are a # of possible causes. The best way to get an accurate diagnosis would be dermatological evaluation.

Question 3

for 3 weeks, toddler has one 4mm firm pink bump on leg.it doesn't have fluid in it.it scabbed over but is still firm but decreased size.what is this?

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Hard to say: It would take a hands on look to be sure. I can't think of anything scary if it is not inflamed and is decreasing in size.

Question 4

pimple lime bump on leg is it scabies?

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Doubtful: Scabies is a disease caused by an ectoparasite mite. It is highly contagious. It causes a rash that occurs between the fingers, in skin creases, axillae etc. The rash causes severe itching 1 bump on the leg is unlikely to be scabies.

Question 5

i'm 33 and i noticed a small bump on leg itched then on arm and neck what could this be?

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Can't say : Could be several things, including insect bites, folliculitis, contact dermatitis, and others. See your primary care physician.

Question 6

have a hard bump on leg its tender  in surrounding places did itch stopped   mild pain

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Skin infection: You might have a skin infection.  It may have started as a bug bite since you mentioned itching but if it is now painful, you need to see your doctor for evaluation and treatment.
Best wishes.

Question 7

itchy, red bumps on legs/ankles?

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Dermatitis: Of some sort. Rashes or skin conditions are much easier diagnosed by seeing them. You can try an over the counter cortisone creams nd if no improvement see the dermatologist. A prescription med may be needed. Try not to itch.

Question 8

white bumps on legs, use hydrocortisone?

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Probably not: Unless the bumps itch, Hydrocortisone would not likely be helpful.  If it is from an infection, Hydrocortisone may improve the appearance by suppressing the inflammation but potentially making the infection worse.

Question 9

i have small flesh colored bumps on legs, very itchy?

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Examination: This will require a history and visual exam (possibly tests) to get the diagnosis right.

Question 10

how to make it go away! itchy mosquito bite-like bumps on legs?

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Flea bites: On legs only-probably flea bites. Any dogs or cats?  Get them flea collars.  Buy some solarcaine spray and Hydrocortisone cream and the itching will be stopped.

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For 3 weeks, toddler has one 4mm firm pink bump on leg.it doesn't have fluid in it.it scabbed over but is still firm but decreased size.what is this?

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Pimple lime bump on leg is it scabies?

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I'm 33 and i noticed a small bump on leg itched then on arm and neck what could this be?

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Have a hard bump on leg its tender in surrounding places did itch stopped mild pain

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Itchy, red bumps on legs/ankles?

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White bumps on legs, use hydrocortisone?

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