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What are bumps that turn into scabs?

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Dr. Debra Atkins answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Bumps: Scans are just hard dried up skin debris that lays on the surface. Bumps or papules can represent many things like blisters etc. You should go see your dermatologist more of a formal diagnosis. Good luck!

Dr Baez agreed

Answered 12/27/2019

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