How do you recover from Keratosis Pilaris?

I have severe Karatosis Pilaris on my legs. It's been such a long time since I've wore skirts. I've had it for almost 2 years and it won't go away. It's starting to bother me so much and the doctors don't know what to do...





Does anyone know of any cures of Keratosis Pilaris? Does Laser Treatment work?

How do you recover from Keratosis Pilaris?
Try looking at these sites:


http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/keratos...


http://www.helpforkp.com/





This site is by someone who also has KP:


http://www.epinions.com/content_97069478...





Good luck!
Reply:Keratosis Pilaris (KP), is an inherited skin condition that affects 40 percent of adults worldwide. The problem stems from a buildup of cells that get trapped around hair follicles. KP typically occurs on the backs of the arms, thighs, buttocks, or cheeks and is often confused with acne or eczema. It becomes more severe during winter, when low humidity dries out skin.





"Keratosis pilaris usually improves with age and can go away on its own," If it doesn't, you can't cure it, but you can achieve temporary relief with ongoing treatment." Avoid soap, keep skin well-moisturized, and use a manual exfoliator like a Buf-Puf or body scrub, followed by a lotion that contains glycolic, salicylic, or lactic acid. (Try DermaDoctor's KP Duty Dermatologist Moisturizing Therapy for Dry Skin, $36, or Neutrogena's Skin Smoothing Body Lotion, $9.99.) Prescription solutions, which can be more effective than over-the-counter remedies, include Retin-A, chemical peels, or microdermabrasion; again, however, results are not permanent.
Reply:Check out http://www.helpforkp.com/





It's the best website I've found for help. It's not something you only have for 2 years, it's something you have and keep for life. I have it on my legs and on my arms, but constant exfolation keeps it down.





Don't go to a regular doctor, see a dermatologist and check out the site.