CLOVIS DERMATOLOGY 

Keratosis Pilaris/ "Rough Skin"

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Keratosis Pilaris, or "KP":

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• Keratosis pilaris is a common, harmless skin condition resembling "goose bumps"

• "KP" is often considered a cousin of eczema

• More common in children

• There is no cure

 

 

Signs and symptoms​

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• Keratosis Pilaris causes tiny bumps, mostly on the upper arms and thighs

• It occasionally involves the cheeks or trunk

• The bumps usually don't hurt or itch

• Dry, rough skin in the areas with bumps

• Worsens with cold, dry weather

• Sandpaper-like bumps resembling "goose bumps"

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Prevention:

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• Avoid fragrances and preservatives in personal care products

• Limiting fabric softener use

• Avoid bubble baths

• Use a non-soap hypo-allergenic cleanser, like:

  • ​Dove® Sensitive Skin Unscented Beauty Bar

  • CeraVe™ Hydrating Cleanser

  • Cetaphil® Gentle Cleansing Bar

• Use a loofah on affected areas once per week

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Treatments:

• Amlactin /Lac-hydrin or any moisturizer with 12% lactic acid 

• Urea 40% cream

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