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Im currently treating my kp with amlactin in the am and hs and kerylat 5 in the middle of day as suggested by one dermatologist. can purging happen during this treatment? i feel like more kp is occuring in certain areas and other areas are improving?

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Dr. Rebecca Gliksman answered

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KP: In the areas where it is worsening- is the skin drier? That may be a cause. Would discuss with dermatology. https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/keratosis-pilaris-treatment https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/keratosis-pilaris/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20351152

Answered 1/5/2021

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A member asked:

Im currently treating my kp with amlactin in the am and hs and kerylat 5 in the middle of day as suggested by one dermatologist. can purging happen during this treatment? i feel like more kp is occuring in certain areas and other areas are improving?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Rebecca Gliksman answered

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