What’s on my skin? 8 common bumps, lumps, and growths
From acne to hives, get the lowdown on your skin issues.
Jan, 2026
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When a bump or rash pops up on your skin, a lot of questions probably go through your mind. What happened here? Is it going to leave a scar? How can I make this go away?
With that in mind, here are some of the most common skin growths, what causes them, and how they’re treated.
Written byOlivia DeLong.
Medically reviewed byAnn Wendling, MD, MPH.
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- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Human Papillomavirus (HPV): HPV Vaccine Information for Young Women. Reviewed April 18, 2022.
- American Academy of Dermatology Association. Moles: Who Gets and Types. Accessed March 30, 2023.
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- American Academy of Dermatology Association. Ringworm: Diagnosis and Treatment. Accessed March 30, 2023.
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