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I have tiny pimple like bumps on my arm and legs. they don't itch or bother me. when i scratch them they turn white. what could they be?

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Dr. William Harris answered

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Keratosis pilaris: These are more of a cosmetic issue than anything serious. Some people hate them and use a loofa to scrape them off of the backs of their arms. They happen more in kids and teens and less in adults. You might try some low-potency Hydrocortisone cream to see if that might smooth out these little bumps on the skin.

Answered 4/7/2015

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A member asked:

I have tiny pimple like bumps on my arm and legs. they don't itch or bother me. when i scratch them they turn white. what could they be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. William Harris answered

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