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 you check your makeup in the mirror, only to spot a giant you-have-no-idea-what bump staring back at you, it’s tempting to really go in on your face. Yet, when it comes to most face bumps and ...

When a blotchy red rash pops up on your skin, it's not easy to know exactly what the cause is. With thousands of skin diseases to choose from, deciphering your skin can be a challenge. But with skin ...

Scalp folliculitis is a skin condition that occurs when the hair follicles on the scalp become inflamed. This results in pustules, whiteheads, or other pimple-like bumps on the scalp that can be ...

It’s summertime in Florida and that brings many wonderful things like long days at the beach, pool, lake or one of the state’s thousands of freshwater springs. But summer also brings more bugs, and ...

Angelina Labib, MD; Xochitil Longstaff, BS; Lawrence F. Eichenfield, MD A 10-year-old boy presented to the dermatology clinic for evaluation of “itchy bumps” on the arms and legs over several months.

Itchy bumps on the skin that aren't mosquito bites could be a symptom of several health conditions and reactions, including hives, other bug bites, and some skin conditions. Learning the signs and ...