Question 1

i had keratosis pilarus and got medicine to treat it. the bumps are gone now and i still have  a red pigment on my cheeks. how do i get rid of it.

Accepted Answer

KP: Generally redness associated with keratosis pilaris  will improve in the warmer months . Moisturizing creams and sunscreen as well as retin a (tretinoin) cream often are prescribed to reduce the bumps and fade the redness.

Question 2

how do you treat keratosis peralis for men?

Accepted Answer

Keratosis pilaris: It's not really treatable. You can try a salicylic acid wash if you wish. You may already have had therapeutic trials that end in disappointment. Best wishes

Question 3

what products are used to treat keratosis palaris?

Accepted Answer

Keratosis pilaris: There are several topical therapies that are used to treat keratosis pilaris, none of which are particularly effective. These include topical retinoids, urea, low-potency topical corticosteroids, lactic acid lotions (e.g. AmLactin), as well as cleansing with a mild soap and use of a moisturizer.

Note, however, that there are no cures for keratosis pilaris and no universally effective therapies.

Question 4

keratosis palarious makes u itch very badly right?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes: Often people are just bothered or curious how it looks.

Question 5

what is the definition or description of: keratosis?

Accepted Answer

Keratin: The growth of keratin on the skin.

Question 6

can seborehhic keratosis lesions be two different colors?

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Sure: They usually start as small, rough bumps, then slowly thicken and get a warty surface. Most are tan or brown and can be multiple shades. They have a waxy, "pasted on" appearance...they look like a dab of warm, brown candle wax on the skin. There are some skin lesions, especially smooth moles, with various pigments which should be checked, especially if very dark/black suggesting melanoma.

Question 7

is it true that the sun is the only thing to help keratosis?

Accepted Answer

It does help as well: As topical creams. However, too much sun exposure may also damage the skin and potentially cause skin cancer. Take care!

Question 8

i was diagnosed with keratosis palarious (kp) and was told their was nothing i could do for it is this true?

Accepted Answer

Urea, tretinoin: Topical creams that can help are peeling creams such as urea, lac hydrin and testimony. Essential fatty acids and zinc can help from inside to make it less noticeable.

Question 9

what is keratosis pilaris?

Accepted Answer

Follicular plugs: Keratosis pilaris is plugging of hair follicles, typically on the upper arms and thighs.  It is thought to be in the spectrum of atopic dermatitis (or eczema).  The roughness can be reduced temporarily by amlactin lotion, which contains 12% lactic acid.  Unfortunately, there is no cure.

Question 10

can keratosis pilaris itch?

Accepted Answer

: It can itch like normal skin can. It is a variation on normal skin.
Visit this site for information: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/keratosis-pilaris/symptoms-causes/syc-20351149

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I had keratosis pilarus and got medicine to treat it. the bumps are gone now and i still have a red pigment on my cheeks. how do i get rid of it.

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How do you treat keratosis peralis for men?

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What products are used to treat keratosis palaris?

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Keratosis palarious makes u itch very badly right?

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What is the definition or description of: keratosis?

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Can seborehhic keratosis lesions be two different colors?

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Is it true that the sun is the only thing to help keratosis?

A member asked:

I was diagnosed with keratosis palarious (kp) and was told their was nothing i could do for it is this true?

A member asked:

What is keratosis pilaris?

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Can keratosis pilaris itch?

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