Question 1

what are small red itchy bumps on palms of hands? some tiny bit raised some under skin.

Accepted Answer

Bumpy rash: A rash is best diagnosed and treated when a physician can actually look at it. It could be hives but it could also be a contact dermatitis or infection.

Question 2

what is typically associated with red and white itchy bumps all over palm of hands?

Accepted Answer

Could be an eczema.: It could be from a particular type of eczema (dermatitis)called pompholyx or dishydrotic palmoplantar ecz. Where we don't know the cause . Are you allergic to any particular agent like chemicals, soaps, any agents at work place asit could be an allergic type of exzema- allergic dermatitis/contact dermatitis. Other rare cond. Like pustular dermatitis, some autoimmune dz +. See your dr, can be treated.

Question 3

i have non-itchy bumps, flat raised, and with a brownish or red central area, on the back of my hands, forearms and top of feet and one two on the palms.

Accepted Answer

Psoriasis: You might want to get that rash checked by a dermatologist. It sounds like the condition is restricted to the extensor surfaces of your body, which could indicate psoriasis, an autoimmune disease that not only can affect your skin, but can also cause arthritis.

Question 4

i have some small red itchy bumps on the back of my hand. they come and go every week or so. what is this?

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Hand eczema: The most common causes are irritant (too much hand washing) or contact allergy. Pay attention to the type of soap and hand preparation to see it changing the brand would help (no scented, anti-bacterial soap) or gel).  If you wash you hands too often, consider wearing a non-latex glove on some of the chores and apply a lotion after washing whenever possible as well as reducing hand washing

Question 5

i have a 1st degree burn on my hand and arm, treated with aloe but now i have red itchy bumps on top of my hand around the burn?

Accepted Answer

Reaction to aloe: Sounds like good possibility.  Try topical Hydrocortisone 1% cream otc.  If that doesn't work, time to see the dermatologist.

Question 6

i have had a very itchy rash on the back of my right hand for the past several days. its a cluster of raised red bumps. any ideas for relief?

Accepted Answer

Try hydrocortisone : Try over the counter Hydrocortisone cream.   Contact allergy, insect bites and the like will generally respond.  If the rash looks infected however, the cream will not help.

Question 7

burned left middle finger a week ago w/hot glue. has thick scabs w/sunk in places covers almost whole finger . really red swollen w/itchy bumps around finger also even though there is nothing on hand it hurts, itches &swollen at knuckles what to do?

Accepted Answer

Hand burn : With the entire finger being burned and it causing problems for this period of time it would be recommended that you see your primary doctor to have the hand examined for further management.

Question 8

how come i get itchy bumps on palms of hands?

Accepted Answer

Contact dermatitis: Most itchy bumps/spots of the palms are due to a contact dermatitis, or irritation from some exposure in our day-to-day world.  This includes anything from lotions to our clothes to our tools at work.  

If these are new i would think about new exposures you might have had.  If it doesn't improve with cessation of those exposures then i would talk with your primary physician.

Question 9

every summer i get these very itchy bumps on the palms of my hands and the inner bend of my forarm. they have a water substance when busted open.

Accepted Answer

Red itchy skin bumps: This can be caused by contact dermatitis (allergy from contacting a skin irritant); rash occurs where skin touched something like poison ivy, harsh chemical or other allergen.  Topical hydrocortisone cream twice daily for a few days is safe for closed skin (not open blisters). Prickly heat is also possible.  Keep area clean, dry and cool.  Spreading redness and blisters require a doctor check.

Question 10

what can cause small itchy bumps on the palm of my hands?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: Your doctor will have to examine your skin personally to make the correct diagnosis.

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What are small red itchy bumps on palms of hands? some tiny bit raised some under skin.

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What is typically associated with red and white itchy bumps all over palm of hands?

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I have non-itchy bumps, flat raised, and with a brownish or red central area, on the back of my hands, forearms and top of feet and one two on the palms.

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I have some small red itchy bumps on the back of my hand. they come and go every week or so. what is this?

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I have a 1st degree burn on my hand and arm, treated with aloe but now i have red itchy bumps on top of my hand around the burn?

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I have had a very itchy rash on the back of my right hand for the past several days. its a cluster of raised red bumps. any ideas for relief?

A member asked:

Burned left middle finger a week ago w/hot glue. has thick scabs w/sunk in places covers almost whole finger . really red swollen w/itchy bumps around finger also even though there is nothing on hand it hurts, itches &swollen at knuckles what to do?

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How come i get itchy bumps on palms of hands?

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Every summer i get these very itchy bumps on the palms of my hands and the inner bend of my forarm. they have a water substance when busted open.

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What can cause small itchy bumps on the palm of my hands?

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