Question 1

is dead sea mud or salt good for treatment of keratosis pilaris and phrynoderma ? thanks

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes it does help some patients. See dermatologist to discuss treatment options.

Question 2

hello. can you please tell me what is the best treatment for keratosis pilaris ? and can this condition appear in late 20's? thanks

Accepted Answer

Okay: I have patients use tazorac (tazarotene) and Elocon but it can be treated with a urea or salicylic acid cream also. Yes it can appear in later life.

Question 3

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

Question 4

can you catch keratosis pilaris?

Accepted Answer

No: It is not contagious.

Question 5

how do you get keratosis pilaris?

Accepted Answer

Unknown: Kp runs in families and people affected tend to have dryness of their skin and often have an underlying tendency towards eczema. It usually is worse in the winter and tends to clear in the summer months. The condition is benign but bothersome. Various tours of moisturizing lotion and creams may help as well as exfoliation treatments.

Question 6

how can i treat keratosis pilaris?

Accepted Answer

Amlactin: 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 7

how to clear up keratosis pilaris?

Accepted Answer

Cosmetic issue: Treatment is difficult.  A number of lotions and creams (keratolytic agents) are available.  Gentle exfoliation by a pumice stone, wash cloth, or loofah sponge can also be helpful.

Question 8

what is keratosis pilaris caused by?

Accepted Answer

Genetic condition: Keratosis pilaris (follicular keratosis) is a common, genetic follicular condition that causes rough bumps on the skin. It most often appears on the back and outer sides of the upper arms (lower arms can also be affected); also occur on the thighs, hands, and tops of legs, flanks, buttocks, or any body part except the palms or soles of feet.

Question 9

best way to treat keratosis pilaris?

Accepted Answer

Lotions & time: Kp runs in families and people affected tend to have dryness of their skin and often have an underlying tendency towards eczema. It usually is worse in the winter and tends to clear in the summer months. The condition is benign but bothersome. Various types of moisturizing lotion and creams may help as well as exfoliation treatments.

Question 10

what can be done for  keratosis pilaris?

Accepted Answer

Treatment may help: Treatments for keratosis pilaris may consist of moisturizing or keratolytic treatments including: urea, lactic acid, salicylic acid, or topical retinoids. However, the effectiveness of these treatments is limited.

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