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Small pearly pink bump on arm, been there for 2 months, no pain. noticed after bad sunburn. today saw dime size painful bump next to it (red)?

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Dr. Shirley Zelikovsky answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Need picture : It's hard to say without a picture, but probably a benign, non-cancerous result of excessive sun exposure. Keep an eye on both bumps and look for any increased size or changes.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

Small pearly pink bump on arm, been there for 2 months, no pain. noticed after bad sunburn. today saw dime size painful bump next to it (red)?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Shirley Zelikovsky answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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