Question 1

what can cause bite-like red bumps on arms, now developing whiteheads?

Accepted Answer

Furunculosis: Sometimes people develop bumps around hair shafts  and these are infections called furunculosis usually treated with antibiotics or soaps.

Question 2

my daughter has a pimple like bumps, 1st in her back then some in arms & legs. it is red bumps with dimple in the center and surrounded of peeled skin?

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See a doctor: Rashes are very different and require a in person evaluation to accurately diagnose and treat.

Question 3

red bumps on arms and legs don't itch and is not acne. any ideas?

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

Question 4

i have red bumps/ pimple like on my arms, some on legs and feet. it itches. what's the cause of this?

Accepted Answer

Keratosis pilaris : rubra. Keratosis pilaris occurs when the human body produces excess amounts of the skin protein keratin, resulting in the formation of small, raised bumps in the skin often with surrounding redness. Harmless. See a dermatologist if concerned.

Question 5

okay i'm 18 and i've had the red bumps on my arms, legs, and bottom when you try to pop them white stuff comes out not zits or acne?

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Skin infection: you likely has  skin/hair follicle infection and inflammation ,, try wash with a  antibacterial soap and  warm compression, apply some  topical  antibiotic ointment ( it  may cause skin allergy to some people),  if the  spots are many , you should see a doctor for  proper diagnosis and  treatment

Question 6

my boyfriend has red bumps or acne on his arms, legs, even his waistline and below. he gets big ones on his neck that hurt. what can he do to fix this?

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Various: This sounds like an inflammatory acne. The combination of topical and oral anti-inflammatory medications would probably be ideal.

Question 7

i have small red bumps sporadically around my legs, hips, and arms but only around a total of 10-15 over all areas and three just appeared on the roof of my mouth. they're almost like what a pimple that just started to form looks like. completely red, no

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ConsiderConsultation: Your symptoms are suggestive of a viral illness, such as Hand Foot and Mouth disease. However without seeing the rash it's not possible to make a definitive diagnosis.
Consider an online consultation with a Health Tap physician where you can upload images of the rash.

Question 8

i have developed a rash & no clue what it is.  started with red bumps on left waistline, then right, then right arm, now left.  it looks almost like severe acne, but isn't and itches.  any ideas?

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See for Exam: Rashes can only be DX with visual inspection and exam.
I would suggest seeing your DR and get the correct DX and treatment if necessary.

Question 9

i have had little red bumps on arm for a week now, about 4 on each upper arm...i accidentally popped one and now it is white but i think that is healing? anyway i have hormonal acne on my face. is that it or should i see a dermatologist?

Accepted Answer

: Unfortunately, the list of possible reasons for this rash to very large. The best thing is to show the rash to a dermatologist

Question 10

i am a 18 year old female. have small very itchy red bumps on my pubic area. they are not whiteheads. what is this?

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From shaving?: If you trim or shave the hairs may be caught under the surface. Gently exfoliate with a buff pad and it should be ok. 
If you are not shaving it could be from products you are using. Use unscented items and mild soap , especially in the winter.

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What can cause bite-like red bumps on arms, now developing whiteheads?

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My daughter has a pimple like bumps, 1st in her back then some in arms & legs. it is red bumps with dimple in the center and surrounded of peeled skin?

A member asked:

Red bumps on arms and legs don't itch and is not acne. any ideas?

A member asked:

I have red bumps/ pimple like on my arms, some on legs and feet. it itches. what's the cause of this?

A member asked:

Okay i'm 18 and i've had the red bumps on my arms, legs, and bottom when you try to pop them white stuff comes out not zits or acne?

A member asked:

My boyfriend has red bumps or acne on his arms, legs, even his waistline and below. he gets big ones on his neck that hurt. what can he do to fix this?

A member asked:

I have small red bumps sporadically around my legs, hips, and arms but only around a total of 10-15 over all areas and three just appeared on the roof of my mouth. they're almost like what a pimple that just started to form looks like. completely red, no

A member asked:

I have developed a rash & no clue what it is. started with red bumps on left waistline, then right, then right arm, now left. it looks almost like severe acne, but isn't and itches. any ideas?

A member asked:

I have had little red bumps on arm for a week now, about 4 on each upper arm...i accidentally popped one and now it is white but i think that is healing? anyway i have hormonal acne on my face. is that it or should i see a dermatologist?

A member asked:

I am a 18 year old female. have small very itchy red bumps on my pubic area. they are not whiteheads. what is this?

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