I have this skin disorder, I am in my late 30's...I have had this condition for as long as I can remember. This is very ugly on my legs. It tends to occur more on my inner thighs and tops of my feet. Does any one know of a remedy for this or a way to make it less noticeable? I have tried scrapping it off, heavy lotions and even prescription medicated lotions. Nothing works !!
Stucco Keratosis?
I've read a little about this form of keratitis.
Yahoo search will give you a lot of information.
A dermatologist who specializes in treating
this skin disorder may be able to perform
dermabrasion or forms of cryotherapy.
Friday, November 20, 2009
Have keratosis piliars reddness of the face - i want it to go away - all the treatments i have tried does not,
make the reddness disappear - if you can help - i would appreciate it,
Have keratosis piliars reddness of the face - i want it to go away - all the treatments i have tried does not,
Food allergies may also exacerbate the condition, causing hyper-keratosis pilaris, gluten and dairy being common culprits.[citation needed]
Sun tanning is said by some sufferers to help alleviate symptoms, although the associated risks of tanning (including increased risk of skin cancer) may be more problematic in the long run than the keratosis pilaris. In truth, the sun will help by breaking down the skin but in end worsen the effects from drying out. The best solution is to use a cream or exfoliant that breaks down the thickness of the skin, while staying moisturized.
Ive never heard of this until now, there ar various treatments, one such one is here:
http://www.abateit.com/keratosispilaris....
Reply:There is no treatment to cure this because it is genetic. All of the available treatments target relief of symptoms, but generally only help a little bit, if they work at all. The only thing that is really effective are oral steroids, but the side effects are usually worse than the keratosis, so steroids are seldom used, and under no circumstances can they be used for long periods of time. One thing that might help is regular saunas or steam baths - its possible that heavy sweating might stop the proteins from building up in the pores. Many health clubs have saunas or steam baths.
Have keratosis piliars reddness of the face - i want it to go away - all the treatments i have tried does not,
Food allergies may also exacerbate the condition, causing hyper-keratosis pilaris, gluten and dairy being common culprits.[citation needed]
Sun tanning is said by some sufferers to help alleviate symptoms, although the associated risks of tanning (including increased risk of skin cancer) may be more problematic in the long run than the keratosis pilaris. In truth, the sun will help by breaking down the skin but in end worsen the effects from drying out. The best solution is to use a cream or exfoliant that breaks down the thickness of the skin, while staying moisturized.
Ive never heard of this until now, there ar various treatments, one such one is here:
http://www.abateit.com/keratosispilaris....
Reply:There is no treatment to cure this because it is genetic. All of the available treatments target relief of symptoms, but generally only help a little bit, if they work at all. The only thing that is really effective are oral steroids, but the side effects are usually worse than the keratosis, so steroids are seldom used, and under no circumstances can they be used for long periods of time. One thing that might help is regular saunas or steam baths - its possible that heavy sweating might stop the proteins from building up in the pores. Many health clubs have saunas or steam baths.
Have keratosis piliars reddness of the face - i want it to go away - all the treatments i have tried does not,
make the reddness disappear - if you can help - i would appreciate it,
Have keratosis piliars reddness of the face - i want it to go away - all the treatments i have tried does not,
Food allergies may also exacerbate the condition, causing hyper-keratosis pilaris, gluten and dairy being common culprits.[citation needed]
Sun tanning is said by some sufferers to help alleviate symptoms, although the associated risks of tanning (including increased risk of skin cancer) may be more problematic in the long run than the keratosis pilaris. In truth, the sun will help by breaking down the skin but in end worsen the effects from drying out. The best solution is to use a cream or exfoliant that breaks down the thickness of the skin, while staying moisturized.
Ive never heard of this until now, there ar various treatments, one such one is here:
http://www.abateit.com/keratosispilaris....
Reply:There is no treatment to cure this because it is genetic. All of the available treatments target relief of symptoms, but generally only help a little bit, if they work at all. The only thing that is really effective are oral steroids, but the side effects are usually worse than the keratosis, so steroids are seldom used, and under no circumstances can they be used for long periods of time. One thing that might help is regular saunas or steam baths - its possible that heavy sweating might stop the proteins from building up in the pores. Many health clubs have saunas or steam baths.
alstroemeria
Have keratosis piliars reddness of the face - i want it to go away - all the treatments i have tried does not,
Food allergies may also exacerbate the condition, causing hyper-keratosis pilaris, gluten and dairy being common culprits.[citation needed]
Sun tanning is said by some sufferers to help alleviate symptoms, although the associated risks of tanning (including increased risk of skin cancer) may be more problematic in the long run than the keratosis pilaris. In truth, the sun will help by breaking down the skin but in end worsen the effects from drying out. The best solution is to use a cream or exfoliant that breaks down the thickness of the skin, while staying moisturized.
Ive never heard of this until now, there ar various treatments, one such one is here:
http://www.abateit.com/keratosispilaris....
Reply:There is no treatment to cure this because it is genetic. All of the available treatments target relief of symptoms, but generally only help a little bit, if they work at all. The only thing that is really effective are oral steroids, but the side effects are usually worse than the keratosis, so steroids are seldom used, and under no circumstances can they be used for long periods of time. One thing that might help is regular saunas or steam baths - its possible that heavy sweating might stop the proteins from building up in the pores. Many health clubs have saunas or steam baths.
alstroemeria
Have Keratosis Pilaris Rubra and my skin gets really itchy I have it on my face arms and bum and a bit on my?
%26lt;%26gt;"KP" sounds like a real problem for its sufferers. I have found some info and here is a support site that may be able to offer some answers:
http://www.keratosispilaris.org/
http://www.dermnetnz.org/acne/keratosis-...
http://www.helpforkp.com/keratosis_pilar...
Have Keratosis Pilaris Rubra and my skin gets really itchy I have it on my face arms and bum and a bit on my?
sorry Cat, i don,t even know what that is ?
kevin g. phd.
Reply:Lac hydrin 12% lotion and a mild cortisone cream like 1% cort-aid. Depending on where you live, Lac-hydrin may be over the counter, it also goes by the name of AL 12 or Amlactin. It contains 12% lactic acid which really helps thos little bumps. Talk to your Dr. about it.
Reply:I hav no idea wat u mite hav? *looks puzzled*
http://www.keratosispilaris.org/
http://www.dermnetnz.org/acne/keratosis-...
http://www.helpforkp.com/keratosis_pilar...
Have Keratosis Pilaris Rubra and my skin gets really itchy I have it on my face arms and bum and a bit on my?
sorry Cat, i don,t even know what that is ?
kevin g. phd.
Reply:Lac hydrin 12% lotion and a mild cortisone cream like 1% cort-aid. Depending on where you live, Lac-hydrin may be over the counter, it also goes by the name of AL 12 or Amlactin. It contains 12% lactic acid which really helps thos little bumps. Talk to your Dr. about it.
Reply:I hav no idea wat u mite hav? *looks puzzled*
Can ( Keratosis Pilaris ) cause holes when it goes away (craters) ?
If you pick/ scratch at it, KP can cause scarring and discoloration.
I suggest you use a mild exfoliant or an exfoliating glove while in the shower. After (and this is very important) use a cream that has lactic acid in it. Lactic acid. NOT glycolic acid, or retin A, or salicylic acid. Lactic acid is a molecule that is larger and is able to both exfoliate chemically and hydrate/moisturize your skin.
Keratosis Pilaris is a condition where the dead skin/epithelial tissue stays in the follicle creating the white bumps that you see.
Using this method, you should notice results in about 3 weeks. Good luck!
I suggest you use a mild exfoliant or an exfoliating glove while in the shower. After (and this is very important) use a cream that has lactic acid in it. Lactic acid. NOT glycolic acid, or retin A, or salicylic acid. Lactic acid is a molecule that is larger and is able to both exfoliate chemically and hydrate/moisturize your skin.
Keratosis Pilaris is a condition where the dead skin/epithelial tissue stays in the follicle creating the white bumps that you see.
Using this method, you should notice results in about 3 weeks. Good luck!
My keratosis pilaris...?
It seems to be better when I don't touch it, when I put the stuff my doctor perscribed me, I break out and It gets red and more noticable, should I leave, or continue with the cream so it'll dissapear?
My keratosis pilaris...?
I recommend, first and foremost, that you speak with your doctor about your condition to find out exactly what causes your outbreaks. A lot of lotions can irritate this condition and cause more outbreaks, and some experimentation might be needed. You should perhaps do a little research online (use google and search for keratosis pilaris for starters). There are a wealth of really helpful websites out there for people with this condition. I have linked to one below.
Here is some information I found during a search:
Keratosis pilaris is a skin condition commonly seen on the upper arms, buttocks and thighs. The skin cells that normally flake off as a fine dust from the skin form plugs in the hair follicles. These appear as small pimples that have a dry ''sandpaper'' feeling. They are usually white but sometimes rather red. They usually don't itch or hurt.
Keratosis pilaris is particularly common in teenagers on the upper arms. It may occur in babies where it tends to be most obvious on the cheeks. It may remain for years but generally gradually disappears usually before age 30. Keratosis pilaris is unsightly but completely harmless. It is usually worse during the winter months or other times of low humidity when skin dries out, and may worsen during pregnancy or after childbirth.
Treatment of keratosis pilaris is not necessary, and unfortunately often has disappointing results. With persistence, most people can get very satisfactory improvement. Initial treatment should be intensive moisturizing. Try a cream such as Acid mantle, Vaseline or Complex 15 after bathing, and re-apply the cream again several times daily.
If this does not help, change to a medicated cream containing urea (Carmol, Vanomide, U-Kera, Ultra Mide, Nutraplus) or alpha-hydroxy acids (Aqua Glycolic, Lacticare) applied twice daily - it may be too irritating to use more often. More aggressive home treatment can be done if ones skin can tolerate it. The plugged pores can be removed by taking long, hot soaking tub baths and then rubbing the areas with a coarse washcloth, stiff brush, or 'Buf-Puf'.
Prescription medicines that may help include antibiotics (Erythromycin, Bactrim) if the spots are very red and Tazorac Cream. Tazorac, a relative of vitamin A, may cause irritation in some people.
Reply:keratosis pilaris...? go and see the doctor and explain the situation to him..He will tell you what you should do next.
Reply:I have that problem, I just left it alone. It doesn't disappear and gets worse when it's hot out, but luckily it's on my upper arms, so I can't go sleeveless.
My keratosis pilaris...?
I recommend, first and foremost, that you speak with your doctor about your condition to find out exactly what causes your outbreaks. A lot of lotions can irritate this condition and cause more outbreaks, and some experimentation might be needed. You should perhaps do a little research online (use google and search for keratosis pilaris for starters). There are a wealth of really helpful websites out there for people with this condition. I have linked to one below.
Here is some information I found during a search:
Keratosis pilaris is a skin condition commonly seen on the upper arms, buttocks and thighs. The skin cells that normally flake off as a fine dust from the skin form plugs in the hair follicles. These appear as small pimples that have a dry ''sandpaper'' feeling. They are usually white but sometimes rather red. They usually don't itch or hurt.
Keratosis pilaris is particularly common in teenagers on the upper arms. It may occur in babies where it tends to be most obvious on the cheeks. It may remain for years but generally gradually disappears usually before age 30. Keratosis pilaris is unsightly but completely harmless. It is usually worse during the winter months or other times of low humidity when skin dries out, and may worsen during pregnancy or after childbirth.
Treatment of keratosis pilaris is not necessary, and unfortunately often has disappointing results. With persistence, most people can get very satisfactory improvement. Initial treatment should be intensive moisturizing. Try a cream such as Acid mantle, Vaseline or Complex 15 after bathing, and re-apply the cream again several times daily.
If this does not help, change to a medicated cream containing urea (Carmol, Vanomide, U-Kera, Ultra Mide, Nutraplus) or alpha-hydroxy acids (Aqua Glycolic, Lacticare) applied twice daily - it may be too irritating to use more often. More aggressive home treatment can be done if ones skin can tolerate it. The plugged pores can be removed by taking long, hot soaking tub baths and then rubbing the areas with a coarse washcloth, stiff brush, or 'Buf-Puf'.
Prescription medicines that may help include antibiotics (Erythromycin, Bactrim) if the spots are very red and Tazorac Cream. Tazorac, a relative of vitamin A, may cause irritation in some people.
Reply:keratosis pilaris...? go and see the doctor and explain the situation to him..He will tell you what you should do next.
Reply:I have that problem, I just left it alone. It doesn't disappear and gets worse when it's hot out, but luckily it's on my upper arms, so I can't go sleeveless.
So I've been diagnosed with keratosis pilaris...?
It's a skin problem where i have bumps on my skin (not acne) and my doctor recomended a lotion called alpha hydroxy *% topical crea.
will this make my bumps go away??????
So I've been diagnosed with keratosis pilaris...?
This is a skin condition that affects around 80% of kids. Wow. They sure are going to make a killing on this drug!
Alpha hydroxy is going to send your skin cancer risk through the roof. You better wear a TON of sunblock with that.
The side effects of the drug, in addition to increasing your skin cancer risk include:
The most common side-effects are mild skin irritations, redness and flaking.
I find it amazing that someone would trade a common, almost invisible, skin problem for an astronomically increased risk of skin cancer in addition to side effects that would create problems that are more visible and a whole lot less attractive.
It might make your bumps go away since it strips the skin of the top layers that are hyperkeratinized.
If you would prefer to deal with this without drugs, and their side effects, try this first - the natural way...
Weekly: soak in a tub of warm/hot water with 2 cups of powdered oats and 1/2 cup olive oil, sunflower oil or coconut oil. Use a loofa or a sea sponge to exfoliate the affected areas. Drain the tub and clean the tub with baking soda to get the oil off without chemicals that can cause further irritation. Shower and use handfuls of baking soda to remove the excess oil from your skin and even further exfoliate the bumpy areas. Use soap only on your privates. Apply more coconut, sunflower or olive oil to your skin after your shower - just a think coating.
Imagine that, problem gone - and the only side effect is smooth pretty skin. Not dried out flakes.
Reply:Use plain oatmeal and powder in a blender so it rinses down the drain easy. If you don't have a sea sponge/loofa, just scrub good with a wash cloth. Report It
Reply:Call your doctor and ask to speak with the nurse and ask her. Next time you go to the doctor ask him all the questions you want, that is what you pay him for!
Reply:call the doctor up again!
he's the expert!
primrose
will this make my bumps go away??????
So I've been diagnosed with keratosis pilaris...?
This is a skin condition that affects around 80% of kids. Wow. They sure are going to make a killing on this drug!
Alpha hydroxy is going to send your skin cancer risk through the roof. You better wear a TON of sunblock with that.
The side effects of the drug, in addition to increasing your skin cancer risk include:
The most common side-effects are mild skin irritations, redness and flaking.
I find it amazing that someone would trade a common, almost invisible, skin problem for an astronomically increased risk of skin cancer in addition to side effects that would create problems that are more visible and a whole lot less attractive.
It might make your bumps go away since it strips the skin of the top layers that are hyperkeratinized.
If you would prefer to deal with this without drugs, and their side effects, try this first - the natural way...
Weekly: soak in a tub of warm/hot water with 2 cups of powdered oats and 1/2 cup olive oil, sunflower oil or coconut oil. Use a loofa or a sea sponge to exfoliate the affected areas. Drain the tub and clean the tub with baking soda to get the oil off without chemicals that can cause further irritation. Shower and use handfuls of baking soda to remove the excess oil from your skin and even further exfoliate the bumpy areas. Use soap only on your privates. Apply more coconut, sunflower or olive oil to your skin after your shower - just a think coating.
Imagine that, problem gone - and the only side effect is smooth pretty skin. Not dried out flakes.
Reply:Use plain oatmeal and powder in a blender so it rinses down the drain easy. If you don't have a sea sponge/loofa, just scrub good with a wash cloth. Report It
Reply:Call your doctor and ask to speak with the nurse and ask her. Next time you go to the doctor ask him all the questions you want, that is what you pay him for!
Reply:call the doctor up again!
he's the expert!
primrose
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