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Is There a Treatment for Keratosis Pilaris?

asked 1 year ago by Sans089 in belgium
Latest answer by Ronald Shelton, MD
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Tags: arms, keratosis pilaris

I have Keratosis Pilaris on my arms which i confused with acne first. My dermatologist told me to scrub them everyday with a hardsponge and put moisturizer after .It turned worse and with scars too.

2 answers to Is There a Treatment for Keratosis Pilaris?

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Best Treatment for Keratosis Pilaris

Hi Belgium, I use Umecta and or Hydro 40 foam to the arms as needed for Keraosis Pilaris.  Keratosis Pilaris can be controlled but not cured. Good luck and be well. Dr. P  
Michael A. Persky, MD

Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Treatment of keratosis pilaris

Keratosis pilaris is a very common condition the cause of which is unknown. Some doctors prescribe many different medications for their patients as one treatment is usually not enough. Sometimes some medication helps until the skin becomes "used to it" and then needs different treatment. Doctors might prescribe lactic acid, urea, tretinoin or steroid creams. Non-irritating cleansers are helpful. Usually rubbing can cause a greater inflammatory condition in... more
Ronald Shelton, MD

Manhattan Dermatologist

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