Little Bumps On Skin

For most people, the discovery of little bumps on skin will be extremely worrying. The obvious first thought will be that the bumps could be cancer, so if bumps do appear, a visit to your medical professional is essential to allay any fears. Most medical practitioners will confirm that whilst skin changes can be an early indication of cancer, in most cases bumps on skin can be due to many other reasons, some of which are as follows:

Folliculitis

Folliculitis is the result of bacterial infection of hair follicles, which leads to the development of bumps on skin. These bumps can vary in size and occasionally may be painful. Folliculitis can be caused by shaving, wearing close fitting clothing, and also may be contracted in warm and wet environments, such as hot tubs and saunas, conditions in which bacteria thrives and the skin is exposed.

Keratosis Pilaris

Keratosis Pilaris is the result of a clogged hair follicle, which leads to the development of small skin bumps, similar to acne. These sometimes itchy bumps on skin may be red, white or skin colour, usually not painful and will often decline with age.

Cherry Angioma

Another common reason for bumps on skin, cherry angiomas are small red bumps on skin and can be usually found on the stomach or back. Although the main issue is aesthetic rather than actual danger, these bumps can sometimes alter their shape or bleed, which may need removal by a doctor.

Lipoma

If the skin bump feels deep seated, then it may actually be a lipoma lump, a tumour consisting of fatty tissue. Lipoma lumps are benign, meaning that removal is not necessary, unless it becomes painful or for cosmetic reasons.

Sebaceous Cysts

Sebaceous cysts can usually be found in parts of the body where oil exists, such as the face or groin, causing bumps on skin. Hair follicles in these areas become swollen after becoming blocked by dead skin tissue. They are usually skin coloured and harmless, although in some instances they may become inflamed and ooze liquid from the area. They also can be removed by doctors.

These are just some of the causes for bumps on skin, so proper, professional diagnosis is paramount in order to decide the correct course of action.

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Lumps Under Skin

Lumps under skin or on the skin surface are generally benign (non-cancerous) and are therefore not classified as a great health issue. These lumps most often arise on the legs, arms, armpits and the neck, but they can actually develop anywhere on the body. Lumps under skin can occur as a result of a variety of skin ailments, as well as underlying health problems.

A really common type of lump that develops under the skin is a lipoma , which is a  soft, rubbery fatty lump. They grow when fat cells combine, appearing most frequently in areas like the neck, back, chest and shoulders. Lipomas are benign and can develop in multiples.

Another common form of lump under skin is a cyst, such as a sebaceous cyst, which develops when the sebaceous gland becomes obstructed and bunged up. These types of lumps can grow on the face, back, scalp and the trunk but they can also develop elsewhere, in areas such as the genitals.

Occasionally, the lumps can be enlarged lymph nodes, most often appearing under the jaw, on the neck, in the groin area and in the armpits. This enlargement can be as a result of some form of trauma, injury or an infection. If a lump develops just below the Adam’s apple, this may be a swollen thyroid gland or some form of unusual growth. 

Other possible causes of lumps include carbuncles, boils, abscesses, warts and folliculitis.

It is wise to have any frequently recurring lumps under skin assessed by an experienced medical practitioner, as they may be a sign of other health problems. Any cancerous lumps that develop are typically hard, coloured and can also alter in shape and size.

In the great majority of cases, lumps under skin are benign, and as such, many will not require a great deal of medical treatment. Cysts occasionally may need to be drained, especially if infected. Likewise, lipomas do not necessarily need treatment, although surgical removal may be performed if the lipoma causes pain by pressing on a nerve, or for cosmetic reasons, if the growth is unsightly.

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