It is seen in the case of keratosis pilaris. a harmless skin condition that causes dry, rough patches and tiny bumps, often on the upper arms, thighs, cheeks, or buttocks. These bumps usually do not cause pain or an itching sensation. Sometimes it is considered a variant of normal skin.
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Query: Hello, I have tiny pink bumps (some are smooth) all over the underside of my forearms, top of hands a few above my forearms. They do not itch and are not painful. I have had them for a few days. I am currently on a few medications for ADHD but have been taking them for a while. I have anxiety so I ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your query and concern and examined your picture (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). It seems you have developed Pityriasis rosea. Pityriasis rosea (PR) is a self-limiting eruption, which means it will subside on its own after a specif... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, A few weeks ago some bumps developed between the vagina and the urethral opening. They are less than 1 cm but they are multiple and there are some present inside the vaginal walls too. They are soft and do not hurt or itch. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I understand your concern. The bumps might be because of some infection. But for proper diagnosis, you have to go through a local examination. Do not worry it will only be a local examination, not an internal examination. Till then keep tha... Read Full »
I have small bumps on my forehead and dark spots on my cheeks. What can be done to treat them?
Query: Hello doctor, I get small bumps on my forehead and have a lot of dark spots on my cheeks. My skin is very sensitive. I think I broke out from using a face brush or over exfoliating. My skin clears up so well in the summertime so what should I do during the colder weather? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com Well on looking at the picture (attachment removed to protect the patient’s identity) there is a lot of acne on the forehead. For treatment Clindamycin (Clintop, Faceclin, and Clear gel) are preventive and curative. So I suggest you use it all over your face in th... Read Full »
I have a painful bulge on my left leg below my knee. Why?
Query: Hi doctor,I have had a bulge on my left leg below my knee for the past five days. It is painful to touch but does not increase in size. What is the reason? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have an infected furuncle. It is a painful, pus-filled bump that forms under your skin due to bacterial infection and inflammation of one or more hair follicles. Do you have diabetes? I suggest (consult with a specialist doctor, talk with him or her and take medicines... Read Full »
Why do I have a small pink bump between anus and vagina?
Query: Hello doctor, I have recently noticed I have a small pink bump right on the bottom of my anus, kind of in between my anus and vagina. I am very worried but extremely embarrassed to go see a doctor. And I am not sure if my insurance would cover anything. Read Full »
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Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have checked your attached photo (the attachment has been removed to protect the person's privacy). You have what is called external hemorrhoids due to thrombosed veins. It is benign and requires local treatment for two weeks. I suggest you follow the below-mentioned... Read Full »