Oftentimes bumps on the arms dont require treatment.
Keratosis pilaris is a harmless condition.
However, some people may want to eliminate the bumps to improve their skins appearance.
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How Common Are Bumps on the Arms?
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What Do Bumps on Arms Look Like?
For example, itchy bumps on arms may be due to an allergic reaction or eczema.
Most of the time, little bumps appearing on the upper arms are due to keratosis pilaris.
Keratosis pilaris is sometimes called chicken skin because of its goosebump-like appearance.
Skin bumps due to keratosis pilaris are not contagious.
Bumps on the arms may also be different from your skin color.
The bumps are small, painless, and dont itch.
Therefore, getting an accurate diagnosis is key to getting the right treatment.
However, its understandable if you want the bumps to go away for appearances sake.
You may be able to treat the bumps on your arms at home.
For this, you’re free to use a loofah or microdermabrasion kit.
Medication
A healthcare provider may also recommend a medication to help improve the appearance of bumpy skin.
These medications often include a punch in of acid, retinol, or urea.
Laser treatment may reduce swelling, redness, and discoloration and improve your skins texture.
How Long Does It Take Bumps on Arms to Go Away?
It may take time and trying different treatment options for the bumps to go away.
Remember that treatment is optional.
Bumps on the arms usually are harmless.
Usually, the bumps will disappear over time, even without treatment.
However, keratosis pilaris is very common and harmless and usually not a need to worry.
Summary
Bumps on the arms are common and are usually due to keratosis pilaris.
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