On my yearly trip to the dermatologist (and by “yearly” here. I mean first time since 2017), I finally asked about the rough little red bumps on my upper arms. Though they’ve been there for years, ...

Carrie Madormo, RN, MPH, is a health writer. She has over a decade of experience as a registered nurse, practicing in a variety of fields, such as pediatrics, oncology, chronic pain, and public health ...

When it comes to your body, what you should never ignore about lumps or swelling is simple: any new bump, thickening or persistent puffiness deserves attention. Most changes turn out to be minor, but ...

Not all red skin spots are caused by acne. Many other skin conditions can result in bumps that look like normal blemishes. Some more serious conditions, like staph infections and skin cancer, can also ...

You may have heard people describing the tiny, red bumps on their arms and legs as 'chicken skin' and, while this this is not the actual medical terminology for it, it is one that is spoken a lot due ...