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How to treat little red bumps on the thighs and butt?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have some red bumps on my thighs and butt for the last couple of years. It is present on the sides of the thighs and back of the butt. It is not painful or itchy. I thought of it as razor burn and tried to use different razors and creams. But nothing helped me. I also have them on my inner thighs too. On my butt, I seem to have acne too. I do not know what to do. They really show up when I shave them. They show up right on my underwear line and sometimes, it causes pain. I have not taken any treatment for it. How to get rid of them? How to get smooth skin?

Please help.

Thankyou.

Answered by Dr. John H. Bocachica

Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. John H. Bocachica is a well-experienced Dermatologist with expertise in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. He specializes in treating acne, eczema, psoriasis, skin infections, and hair and nail disorders. Dr. Bocachica is also skilled in skin cancer screening and minor dermatologic procedures. He is committed to providing personalized, evidence-based care to enhance skin health and overall patient confidence.

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Hello,

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You have keratosis pilaris. They cause tiny bumps on the sites of hair follicles or just next to the hair follicles and they get irritated easily by shaving. Medications containing Lactic acid tend to work well by unplugging the pores and it reduces the bumps. It restores smooth skin to some degree. You can use Amlactin lotion. Use them after taking shower. It has moisturizing properties. It may sting a little bit when you start using them, it will become better with time.

I hope this helps.

Kindly follow up if you have more concerns.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Sneha Kannan
Published At May 7, 2020
Reviewed At February 5, 2025

Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. John H. Bocachica is a well-experienced Dermatologist with expertise in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. He specializes in treating acne, eczema, psoriasis, skin infections, and hair and nail disorders. Dr. Bocachica is also skilled in skin cancer screening and minor dermatologic procedures. He is committed to providing personalized, evidence-based care to enhance skin health and overall patient confidence.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Dr. Sneha Kannan is a skilled Dental Surgeon with expertise in providing general dental care, including scaling, fillings, and preventive treatments. She does oral surgery procedures such as extractions and minor surgical interventions. She does procedures in restorative dentistry, including crowns, bridges, and dentures. She is an expert in doing endodontic treatments such as root canal therapy. She is well-versed in doing procedures in cosmetic dentistry, including teeth whitening and smile correction. She can provide pediatric dental care for children’s oral health and preventive treatments. She promotes oral hygiene awareness and preventive dental practices.  

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Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. John H. Bocachica is a well-experienced Dermatologist with expertise in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. He specializes in treating acne, eczema, psoriasis, skin infections, and hair and nail disorders. Dr. Bocachica is also skilled in skin cancer screening and minor dermatologic procedures. He is committed to providing personalized, evidence-based care to enhance skin health and overall patient confidence.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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