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I have pea sized lumps under the skin on my forearms mostly. sometimes they itch. what can cause this and should i see a doctor or is this normal?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Not normal: This is not normal and if it bothers you enough, you need to see a dermatologist.

Answered 4/7/2016

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A member asked:

I have pea sized lumps under the skin on my forearms mostly. sometimes they itch. what can cause this and should i see a doctor or is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

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