Expert: Uribe - 11/6/2009

Question
I have these red spots on my skin that look like someone glued a red piece of confetti on my skin. They are not in clusters, just one by itself, but I have a few all over my body. They are about the size of the head of a pin. I'm 18, and my parents have these dots, too, and I expected to get them when I was older, but I have them now. What are they, and are they a sign of anything?  

Answer
Please read my expertise;  this site is only to help in a diagnosis, through photos.
In order to help you, please take some pictures (web size) and send them to jvelasq51@hotmail.com with the words JMC at subject; don´t forget to make your question on the message text.
If you can´t, or you have any concerns with your skin or its treatment, please visit a board certified dermatologist, preferably at an University Hospital.
Uribe.