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Does anyone experience little white bumps that looks like pimples, but when you pop them, it is only dry skin? I get them on my face & arms!

A myPBCteam Member asked a question 💭
Montvale, VA
March 19
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A myPBCteam Member

Thanks Shawnah!!!

March 22
A myPBCteam Member

Hi! I don't get those dry skin bumps....I do have spider angiomas - had them before I ever was knew/diagnosed w/ any liver issues - actually went to dermatologist. LOL I have the dry skin though. I've started using the shower gloves with a coconut oil body/"sugar" scrub. Get whatever scent suits you. That helps. Any oils seem to help more when I pay dry. Can try it. Let me know if you do.

March 19
A myPBCteam Member

my dermatologist had signs of mine also, I went because of itching. She did blood tests and said my ALP levels were high but she did not think it was a liver issue because it was so rare. Then a year later I was trying to find out why I was having abdominal pain on my right side when my Gastroenterologist decided to deep dive into my bloodwork and told me I was in early stages of PCB and 2 years later it progressed so much I'm in stage 3 liver disease.

March 25
myPBCteam

Are you experiencing small white bumps on your face and arms that contain only dry skin when popped?

While the search results don't specifically mention these white bumps, dry skin is a very common symptom with PBC. Around 40 percent of people with PBC experience skin symptoms, with dryness being one of the most frequent Show Full Answer

Are you experiencing small white bumps on your face and arms that contain only dry skin when popped?

While the search results don't specifically mention these white bumps, dry skin is a very common symptom with PBC. Around 40 percent of people with PBC experience skin symptoms, with dryness being one of the most frequent complaints.

PBC can cause dry skin because when bile ducts become damaged, bile builds up in your organs and bloodstream. This can trigger or worsen inflammatory skin conditions like eczema, which involves dryness, cracked skin, and flaking.

The bumps you're describing could be related to the severe dryness that many people with PBC experience. Some members describe having "super dry skin" and needing to constantly use lotions and oils.

Here are some steps that might help:

- Use a thick moisturizer with ingredients like glycerin, hyaluronic acid, shea butter, or petrolatum
- Apply moisturizer immediately after washing to trap moisture
- Take shorter baths or showers (5-10 minutes) with lukewarm water
- Use a humidifier to add moisture to the air
- Talk to your doctor about cholestyramine, which can help with skin symptoms

It's important to discuss these bumps with your doctor or dermatologist to get a proper diagnosis and treatment plan tailored to your specific skin needs.

March 19

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