What are goose bumps?

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Added: October 22, 2009 | Time 00:36 | Views: 75

What are goose bumps? They are a natural part of the skin, from the smooth muscles in the hair follicles. They contract with certain emotional and physical stimuli, like stress and extreme weather. Very normal.

From Long Island College Hospital

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