The bumps on the elbow may be related to folliculitis, subcutaneous cysts, fibroids, lipomas, gout stones and other factors, and require targeted treatment after the cause is clarified. 1. Folliculitis: usually related to local trauma, Staphylococcus aureus infection, there may be red papules or pus bumps centered on the hair follicles, accompanied by local itching and pain. You can generally use povidone-iodine solution for disinfection and apply fusidic acid cream for treatment as prescribed by your doctor; 2. Subcutaneous cysts: Subcutaneous cysts may be related to congenital developmental abnormalities and trauma, which can lead to dermal or subcutaneous papules and nodules on the local skin, appearing on the elbow as a bump on the elbow. If the cyst is relatively small, it can usually be treated with electrocautery or laser, or if the volume is larger, it can be surgically removed; 3. Fibroma: It may be related to trauma, radiation exposure, and continuous proliferation of fibrous tissue, which can lead to localized raised bumps. If the fibroma is relatively small and not accompanied by obvious pressure symptoms, it can generally be observed statically. If peripheral tissues are involved, minimally invasive surgery is needed to remove them. 4. Lipoma: It is generally related to the abnormal lipid metabolism of the whole body, causing single or multiple lumps under the skin, occurring in the neck, shoulder and elbow, etc., and the size is usually small. However, the tumor may grow too large in the later stage, and if it presses on the nearby nerves, it will also cause local pain and numbness. Generally, there is no special medicine for treatment, but lipoma can be removed through small incision under local anesthesia. 5. Gout stone: It may be related to excessive consumption of purine substances, or it may be induced by long-term alcohol consumption or kidney disease, and it will be accompanied by raised bumps and joint pain. During an acute attack, you can take non-steroidal drugs such as ibuprofen extended-release capsules under the guidance of a doctor, or, if necessary, surgery to remove the gout stones and restore joint function.