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Are there any inexpensive and affective treatments for Keratosis Pilaris?


I have Keratosis Pilaris (chicken skin) and I haven't been able to find anything that really works. I've gotten lotions from my doctor but that doesn't completely help.
Is there any inexpensive and affective treatment that really helps or helped you?
Thanks in advance!
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Try a loofah to exfolitate:

To treat keratosis pilaris patients can try several strategies to lessen the bumps. First, the patient can supplement the natural removal of dry skin and papules by using a loofah or another type of scrub showering or bathing. A variety of different over-the-counter (OTC) lotions, ointments, and creams can also be applied after showering while the skin is still moist and then several times a day to keep the area moist. Medicated lotions with urea, 15% alphahydroxy acids, or Retin A can also be prescribed by the dermatologist and applied one to two times daily. Systemic (oral) medications are not prescribed for keratosis pilaris. However if papules are opened and become infected, antibiotics may be necessary to treat the infection.


I hope using a loofah, or something similar, helps you. As you no doubt already knew (and can read in the article), keratosis pilaris is difficult to treat. Good luck.  (+ info)

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?
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Try looking at these sites:
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/keratosis-pilaris/DS00769
http://www.helpforkp.com/

This site is by someone who also has KP:
http://www.epinions.com/content_970694788

Good luck!  (+ info)

Pityriasis versicolor? Is there a rash that you can get from sweating in the sauna, or at the gym?


Is there a fungal or some kind of rash that you get from sweating for a prolonged period of time? What about pityriasis versicolor? does anyone know about that?
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I think you can get a rash from sweat, ask your OBGYN.  (+ info)

I was wondering about girls and keratosis pilaris?


I know that 50% or so girls are affected by keratosis pilaris but at my school there is not one girl who I can see with it. At prom everyones arms were KP free. I am an 18 yr old male with KP and I know some fat guys who have it and I use to be fat. Do you have to be fat to get keratosis pilaris?
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No, you don't have to be fat. And the KP is smaller on women than men, because we're smaller overall. And we spend a lot more time caring for our skin than guys do. We exfoliate, scrub, and moisturize. If you did that, your KP would be less visible too.  (+ info)

What's the best way to get rid of keratosis pilaris?


OK, so I worked out and got a really awesome body and the only thing stopping me from wearing a bathing suit is the keratosis pilaris on my legs. Does anybody know a GREAT way to cure them?
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You should try "oil pulling" with coconut oil, take a look at this link
http://www.keratosispilaris.org/showthread.php?t=4335
It looks like it could be an answer, hopefully this helps!  (+ info)

Are there any home cures for keratosis pilaris?


Hi,
My daughter (4) has keratosis pilaris. I would like to know if there are any home cures for that. My doctor told me it would go away on its own, but I would like to minimize it at least.
Thanks!
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Try these...
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/keratosis-pilaris/DS00769/DSECTION=lifestyle-and-home-remedies
http://beautyfashionandstyle.yuku.com/topic/937
http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/keratosis_pilaris.html
I hope some of these can help her. Good-luck.  (+ info)

Is it a good idea to use hair removal creams such as Veet or Revitol, on areas affected with keratosis pilaris?


I found this idea on a keratosis pilaris message board:

ttp://www.keratosispilaris.org/general-discussion/6182-maybe-answer-hair-removal-products.html

So, anyone here think it would it work?
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I would check with my doctor. You dont' want to make the problem worse.

GL  (+ info)

Does Amlactin really work for Keratosis Pilaris?


Hello everyone, I just bought a bottle of Amlactin lotion 3 days ago, and I was wondering if it really truely works for keratosis pilaris? Has it worked for you, and if so how long does it generally take to see improvements/results? Thanks!
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YES IT DOES!!!! I have really bad keratosis pilaris. Amlactin worked within the first two weeks. It didn't completely eliminate the condition, but it makes it less noticeable. I swear by Amlactin!! However, if you stop using it, the keratosis pilaris comes back.  (+ info)

How can I heal my keratosis pilaris?


I have keratosis pilaris on the backs of my upper arms and all around my upper legs. What can I do to improve my skin and help cure this? I have used a steroid base lotion prescribed by my doctor and I have also tried an over the counter lotion but they only help to a certain degree and then the improvement seems to plateau. Is there anything else I can try?
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Unfortunately, there is no cure for keratosis pilaris. I have it too, and after meeting with a few dermatologists, I have discovered that all you can really do is wait for it to go away. Most people outgrow keratosis pilaris in their twenties or so. However it does help to keep the area moisturized, especially if you are using some sort of treatment on it.  (+ info)

What do you think causes Keratosis Pilaris?


Genetics is a stupid answer that doctors give us so they can gain profit from us buying creams that only cover the symptoms. I believe people who have family history of Keratosis Pilaris are more susceptible to it, though.

What do you think causes this annoying problem that covers my face?
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