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What Causes Keratosis Pilaris On Arms?
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Wed, 2 Jul 2014
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Question : Gm Doc,
I have been facing Keratosis pilaris on both of my Arms Biceps area for some time now.
As far as i remember, it been there for around 2 years. It increase and decrease with time. sometimes its almost clear and sometime it become more visible. I have been applying regular lotion and powder. not sure what caused it, but i want to cure it naturally if possible. Pls suggest
I have been facing Keratosis pilaris on both of my Arms Biceps area for some time now.
As far as i remember, it been there for around 2 years. It increase and decrease with time. sometimes its almost clear and sometime it become more visible. I have been applying regular lotion and powder. not sure what caused it, but i want to cure it naturally if possible. Pls suggest
Brief Answer:
kindly give treatment details
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear,
Welcome to healthcaremagic.
I have read your query and understood your concern.
Keratosis pilaris has no specific cause.
its usually present in people with dry atopic skin.
I would like to know the details of the treatment you have tried.
If possible kindly upload pic of the lesions also so that I can see to it and advice you to my best.
stay healthy.
kindly give treatment details
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear,
Welcome to healthcaremagic.
I have read your query and understood your concern.
Keratosis pilaris has no specific cause.
its usually present in people with dry atopic skin.
I would like to know the details of the treatment you have tried.
If possible kindly upload pic of the lesions also so that I can see to it and advice you to my best.
stay healthy.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Thanks for the Reply Dr XXXXXXX
As I mentioned I have not visited anyone yet and thus not taken any treatment. It looks to me like a heridity and my family member also has it, but very less amount.
my skin is dry, thats correct.
i will upload the pic of lesion ASAP.
As I mentioned I have not visited anyone yet and thus not taken any treatment. It looks to me like a heridity and my family member also has it, but very less amount.
my skin is dry, thats correct.
i will upload the pic of lesion ASAP.
Brief Answer:
Topical retinoid or chemical peel with moisturiser
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear,
Welcome again.
Dry skin is a strong predisposing factor for keratosis pilaris.
If dryness is taken care of, progression can be managed to a great extent.
I usually advise my patients to put lots of good moisturisers over the body preferably semi wet body after bath.
By making your skin naturally hydrated by drinking plenty of water, applying moisturisers regularly will help in reducing keratosis pilaris but wont cure it completely.
You would have to take treatment for that.
I usually advise my patients to apply topical retinoid cream over the lesions in night time for few weeks.
Alternative also very effective method of treatment is chemical peels done by an expert dermatologist. I have really seen very good results in my patients.
You may get the prescription by your doctor and start the treatment.
I am sure your doctor will agree with opinion.
good luck.
Topical retinoid or chemical peel with moisturiser
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear,
Welcome again.
Dry skin is a strong predisposing factor for keratosis pilaris.
If dryness is taken care of, progression can be managed to a great extent.
I usually advise my patients to put lots of good moisturisers over the body preferably semi wet body after bath.
By making your skin naturally hydrated by drinking plenty of water, applying moisturisers regularly will help in reducing keratosis pilaris but wont cure it completely.
You would have to take treatment for that.
I usually advise my patients to apply topical retinoid cream over the lesions in night time for few weeks.
Alternative also very effective method of treatment is chemical peels done by an expert dermatologist. I have really seen very good results in my patients.
You may get the prescription by your doctor and start the treatment.
I am sure your doctor will agree with opinion.
good luck.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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