A persistent itchy spot on the ankle may reflect irritation, eczema, an itch-scratch cycle, infection, or another condition worth evaluating.
Why Do I Have One Persistent Itchy Spot on My Ankle?
Tag: Moles & Lesions
Why Do I Have Small Painful Bumps on the Edge of My Ear?
Painful bumps on the ear edge may come from pressure, irritation, inflammation, or a skin lesion. Learn what to watch for and when to get checked.
Why Do I Have a Small Hole or Pit in Front of My Ear? (Preauricular Pit)
A tiny hole in front of the ear may be a preauricular pit, a congenital skin opening. Learn what it is, when it matters, and when to seek care.
Why Do I Have a Tiny Blue Bump on My Lip?
A tiny blue bump on the lip may have several causes, including a venous lake or mucocele. Learn what to notice and when to see a dermatologist.
Why Do I Have Tiny Yellow Bumps Around My Eyes?
Tiny yellow bumps around the eyes may be milia, xanthelasma, or other harmless growths. Learn what they can look like and when to get checked.
Why Is There a Small, Firm Bump Under an Old Acne Scar?
A firm bump under an old acne scar may come from scar tissue, a clogged pore, a small cyst, or another skin growth that deserves evaluation.
Why Do I Have a Persistent Scaly Spot on the Rim of My Ear?
A persistent scaly spot on the ear can have several causes. Learn why sun-exposed ear lesions deserve a dermatologist’s evaluation.
Why Do I Get Crusty Sores Inside My Nostril That Won’t Heal?
Crusty sores inside a nostril may come from irritation, inflammation, or infection. Learn why they recur and when a dermatologist should check them.
What Are These Wart-Like Bumps on My Hands and Feet That Aren’t Warts? (Acrokeratosis Verruciformis)
Acrokeratosis verruciformis can cause flat, wart-like bumps on the hands and feet. Learn what they may look like and when to see a dermatologist.
Why Do I Have a Rough, Warty Bump on the Back of My Heel That Hurts? (Porokeratosis Plantaris Discreta)
A painful rough heel bump may have several causes. Learn what porokeratosis plantaris discreta is and when a dermatologist should evaluate it.
