If you spot these red dots on your skin, you had better know what they mean

• sometimes featuring a pus-filled white head. They can be itchy or tender.

• What they are: Bacterial or fungal inflammation/infection of hair follicles caused by friction, shaving, or tight clothes (common on legs, beard areas, and the back).

• The fix: Gentle antibacterial washing, warm compresses, loose clothing, and a temporary break from shaving.

• When to see a doctor: If they spread rapidly, turn deeply painful, or are accompanied by a fever.

4. Keratosis Pilaris (“Chicken Skin”)

• What they look like: Tiny, rough red or flesh-colored bumps that make skin feel