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What Causes Reddish Bumps On Chest?

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Posted on Wed, 8 Jun 2016
Question: I have this rash that came out this morning. It is many red bumps only on my chest. It is not itchy, it is not painful. I have these appear a couple times a month, but this time there is many more than usual. Should i be conncerned? Is it allergy? Attached photos.
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Answered by Dr. Nishad BN (34 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Most likely Razor burn.

Detailed Answer:
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Thank you for asking HCM

I have gone through your query and pictures. All those rashes are in hair follicles. So it is most likely due to irritation from shaving the chest hair (Razor burn). Using a low irritation blade for shaving, avoiding two and fro shaves again and again helps to avoid this. Also use a shaving foam for sensitive skin. Clean the skin properly before and after shave. You can also apply aloe vera juice or gel after shaving. These all measures will be helpful to get rid off this.

Let me know if anything not clear.
I am happy to help you.
Thanks.
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What Causes Reddish Bumps On Chest?

Brief Answer: Most likely Razor burn. Detailed Answer: Hi Thank you for asking HCM I have gone through your query and pictures. All those rashes are in hair follicles. So it is most likely due to irritation from shaving the chest hair (Razor burn). Using a low irritation blade for shaving, avoiding two and fro shaves again and again helps to avoid this. Also use a shaving foam for sensitive skin. Clean the skin properly before and after shave. You can also apply aloe vera juice or gel after shaving. These all measures will be helpful to get rid off this. Let me know if anything not clear. I am happy to help you. Thanks.