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Granuloma annulare
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In short
Granuloma annulare is a skin condition that often looks like a ring of bumps.
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The most common symptom is small circular patches of pink, purple or skin-colored bumps on the skin.
NHS websiteThey tend to affect bony areas such as the back of the hands, fingers, elbows and feet.
NHS websiteGranuloma annulare may be harder to see on black and brown skin.
NHS websiteGranuloma annulare sometimes disappears without treatment.
NHS websiteYou cannot catch granuloma annulare from someone who has it.
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See a provider if1
See a health care provider if you have lumps or raised areas of skin that do not go away within a few weeks.
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