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 ...

Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic skin disease diagnosed based on how it looks and the timing and pattern of skin changes. Features include multiple bumps or lumps on the skin that can be ...

When an unexpected bump appears on your skin, the urge to squeeze or pop it can be overwhelming. However, dermatology experts strongly caution against this common impulse. Dr. Dendy Engelman explains ...

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 ...

Eight months spent following a "carnivore diet" caused a man to grow big, yellow bumps on his hands, feet and elbows. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.

Papillomas are noncancerous growths that can develop on your skin or mucous membranes. They rarely turn cancerous but can cause problems if they grow large and press on healthy tissue. Infection with ...

Dealing with body acne? These exfoliating body washes for acne-prone skin will help smooth unwanted bumps and blemishes. Trust us, we know just how frustrating it can be to deal with body acne, ...