Question 1

what is good for bumps?

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Better description?: Growths is an enlargement. Where? Is it painful? Warm? What color? These are all factors to help determine what this is and what is appropriate treatment. If there is concern about these bumps see doctor to discuss diagnosis and options for possible removal.

Question 2

baby head bump?

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More details?: The opening at the top of the baby's head is called a fontanelle. It usually gradually closes by the end of the first year to 15 months. If you are palpating a swelling in that area, the baby needs to be checked. An ultrasound may be performed through that opening. If the baby fell, and there is a swelling, the baby will need to be further assessed as well.

Question 3

bump on my balls?

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See urologist: Mass in the testicular area should be checked out by a urologist.  Go see one.

Question 4

what is a baby bump?

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Baby on Board: "baby bump" usually means the belly of a pregnant mom.

Question 5

what is a heat bump?

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Maybe a heat rash?: Heat rashes occur, and are not uncommon. Sometimes it's related to sweating a lot, with or without "blocked" sweat glands or oil glands. Other times it's related to sports equipment friction, bacteria, moisture, etc... Being in a hot tub can lead to a "hot tub" rashes. Rashes are difficult to describe in words, so it is best to have a doctor look at a rash.

Question 6

bumps inside of thighs?

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Many causes: Bumps like this can have multiple causes.  Allergies can cause bumps.  If the skin of the inner thighs is too warm & moist, a yeast infection can develop.  Excessively dry skin can also cause bumps. Rarely some types of infections can cause bumps like this. If it gets worse or doesn't improve in several days, see your doctor.

Question 7

tiny dry bumps on skin?

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Rash: Tiny dry bumps on skin, if not blistering, is probably a contact rash, benign. You can apply OTC hydrocortisone 1% 3x/d until rash resolves. If not going away after 2 weeks or worsens sooner, see Derm MD. Welcome to health tap, Dr. Ivy Fisher

Question 8

can one bump be herpes?

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Herpes simplex: Yes, one "bump" could conceivably be herpetic although this is unusual.  You make no further description, so it is impossible to say what you specifically have, but if it keeps up and you are concerned see your doctor.

Question 9

my throst has whiye bumps?

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Hard to tell what: Without being able to see it, or to know if you have a sore throat, fever, swollen lymph nodes or other findings, it could be many things.  Should let your local primary care physician take a look.  It may be a yeast infection, in which case they may want to do further testing.

Question 10

why do we get goose bumps?

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Hair follicle muscle: Each hair follicle has an attached erector pili muscle. Goose flesh occurs when those muscles contract, pulling the hair vertically and producing a small bump of muscle under the skin. Stimulators are cold and fear.

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