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A member asked:

I have those little bumps on the back of my arms. you can't see them but you can feel them,what are they and what can i do to make them go away.thanks?

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Dr. Jeffrey Levine answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Keratosis Pilaris: A benign condition, but difficult to treat Try the following: - Don't scratch or rub your skin roughly - Use warm water / not hot for bathing and showering - Limit water exposure - Use thick moisturizers generously on the skin. Take Care!

Answered 9/4/2015

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