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I have very small pimple-like bumps on my chest after a sunburn. weeks later they are still there. what are they? they don't hurt

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Dr. Arthur Balin answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Bumps: It would be easy to tell if they could be examined. They might represent milia due to the skin healing over the pores you will have to have a doctor look at them to be sure.

Answered 7/4/2018

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A member asked:

I have very small pimple-like bumps on my chest after a sunburn. weeks later they are still there. what are they? they don't hurt

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Arthur Balin answered

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