Kennerdell, PA
A 52-year-old female asked:
I have pimple like bumps on the back of my upper arms and thighs. they are not itching. what could be?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

Dr. Christopher Moelleranswered
Dermatology 40 years experience
Pimples: Usually pimple-like bumps on the arms and legs are caused by a condition such as keratosis pilaris and moisturizers with Lactic Acid may help.
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