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Red Bumps on My Arms

riot Posts: 23 Joined: 2004/01/05	2004/01/08, 11:48 AM I have small bumps on the backs of my arms which are slightly red. I dont know what they are but when I work out they get extremely red and Im kind of embarassed about them. Does anyone else have them or does anyone know ways of getting rid of these?
ivandead Posts: 6 Joined: 2004/01/05	2004/01/08, 12:49 PM you might just want to see a dermatologist. probably not anything serious, like hives from the increased bloodflow or something. but i'm not a doctor.
Jdelts Posts: 1,218 Joined: 2003/10/19	2004/01/08, 02:55 PM Back of your arms? Have they been there all your life? If so, this is completely genetic and nothing to worry about. BUT if it really concerns you or is causing any physical problems, go get it checked out for your own peace of mind. -------------- May the lift be with you.
riot Posts: 23 Joined: 2004/01/05	2004/01/08, 03:20 PM Its genetic for sure my dad has the same thing. But they still embarass me i was just wondering if anyone had the same problem and if they were able to make them go away or fade..
ChimChim Posts: 20 Joined: 2003/02/25	2004/01/08, 03:21 PM a couple of my friends have that...just so you know you're not alone lol
kkor Posts: 71 Joined: 2003/01/09	2004/01/08, 04:28 PM It's called Keratosis pilaris. It's plugged dead skin cells at the site of a hair follicle. It's usually worse in the winter time because your skin is drier. Peeling agents such as retinoids and lactic acid creams can help by removing the excess skin at the site of the follicle. It is hereditary, so treatment will be ongoing. I have read that you should definitely NOT exfoliate that area with a strong scrubbing apparatus or mixture (such as sea salt scrubs) since that sometimes will drive the plugged cells even deeper into the follicle and make it worse.
riot Posts: 23 Joined: 2004/01/05	2004/01/08, 07:48 PM Thanks a lot kkor I have been wondering what they are. I appreciate the advice. :)
mmaibohm Posts: 1,621 Joined: 2003/09/30	2004/01/08, 08:37 PM Riot I have the also the dermatologist told me thats it's fine. I have found a little lotion to keep the skin smooth helps a little. But no need to be embarassed just build huge arms and no one will notice the bumps lol. -------------- I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it is gone past me I will turn to see fear\'s path. Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain
asimmer Posts: 8,201 Joined: 2003/01/07	2004/01/09, 11:28 AM I was also told it has to do with cellular respiration, make sure you get enough selenium in your multi-vitamin. The healthier I get, the less the bumps are noticable. Maybe it is because i put on lotion after showering after every workout, try a good lotion like Neutrogena or Eucerin. I also had these bumps on the sides of my face for a long time, though they are gone now. Good luck! PS - most people at the gym are to busy worrying about themselves and how they look to notice your bumps. -------------- "To be able to go to the gym and train hard is a joy and a privelege, even though the hard work necessitates driving yourself through considerable discomfort. Savor this privelege and blessing, and revel in it." Stuart McRobert, Beyond Brawn
pleyroy Posts: 42 Joined: 2002/06/19	2004/01/28, 11:53 AM Achne? jking... -------------- My family thinks I'm on steroids... :D
big_j_scf Posts: 308 Joined: 2003/11/08	2004/01/28, 11:57 AM my whole family has it too, it goes away a bit when i get tan, so tanning might help...