CLINICAL DIAGNOSIS Keratosis pilaris is a common disorder presenting clinically as greyish bumps or lumps located in the follicular ostia which give the skin a rough feel. [therapeutique-dermatologique.org]

The five cases presented in this study demonstrate keratosis pilaris as a condition in which the onset or severity of the dermatosis may be linked to the hormonal changes of pregnancy. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Keratosis pilaris most commonly presents on the extensor surfaces of the upper arms and thighs. The buttocks, trunk, chest, face, and distal extremities can also be involved. [dermnetnz.org]

• Inflammation

  These syndromes can be differentiated by their localisation and the severity of the inflammation they cause. Other authors consider these various syndromes to be a single clinical entity. INFORMATION FOR PATIENTS It is a harmless condition. [therapeutique-dermatologique.org]

  A severe relapse of the scalp inflammation was observed during a 2-year follow-up. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

  Sometimes a thin, red ring may surround the white bump, indicating inflammation. The bumps all look very similar to one another, and they are evenly spaced on the skin surface. Rarely, people with keratosis pilaris may complain of mild itching. [skinsight.com]

• Pain

  More on questionable bumps: Those Tiny White Bumps on Your Face Aren't Acne 4 Steps to Getting Rid of a Cystic Pimple, Fast This Is the Fastest Way to Get Rid of Those Deep, Painful Pimples, According to Top Dermatologists Now, find out what makes this [allure.com]

  How to get rid of keratosis pilaris Keratosis pilaris isn’t usually something that requires medical treatment, as it isn’t harmful or painful. However, you can take some simple steps to improve the appearance of your skin if it’s bothering you. [lloydspharmacy.com]

  Whether you’re dealing with rough patches, flaking or more severe conditions like eczema, dry skin can be a really uncomfortable and even painful skin issue to deal with. [edition.cnn.com]

  Treatment was generally well tolerated, and side effects other than local pain during treatment were very few. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

• Asymptomatic

  Patients with KP usually are asymptomatic, with complaints limited to cosmetic appearance or mild pruritus. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

  Eruptions are usually asymptomatic, except for occasional pruritus. Many people with keratosis pilaris are unaware the skin condition has a designated medical term or that it is treatable. [emedicine.medscape.com]

  In most patients the eruption was asymptomatic, although a few patients noted occasional pruritus. Six patients (22%) reported a history of asthma, and 3 (11%) had a history of allergic rhinitis. [jamanetwork.com]

• Fever

  A fever. Watch closely for changes in your child's health, and be sure to contact your doctor or nurse advice line if: Your child does not get better as expected. [myhealth.alberta.ca]

  Do you or your child have a history of asthma or hay fever or other allergies? Do you or your child have eczema now or in the past? Jan. 03, 2019 References AskMayoExpert. Keratosis pilaris. [mayoclinic.org]

  Recent questions in Cold, Cough, Fever & Flu PSA To anyone using an AHA to treat KP to please use sunscreen daily as well. AHAs make your skin very sensitive to the sun so there is a higher chance of getting burnt. [babycenter.com]

  Hay fever. Diagnosis How is keratosis pilaris diagnosed? Your doctor will be able to tell if you have keratosis pilaris by looking at your skin and talking to you about your symptoms. [familydoctor.org]

• Fatigue

  Not only did the headaches and chronic fatigue syndrome in both patients markedly improve following sympathomimetic amine therapy but so did the eczema and keratosis pilaris. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

  The website advises calling your doctor immediately if you experience severe headache, rapid breathing, dizziness, confusion, fatigue, hearing loss, nausea, vomiting or diarrhea. Don't use salicylic acid without consulting your doctor. [livestrong.com]

  We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition. Last updated: January 31, 2019 [patientslikeme.com]

• Vomiting

  The website advises calling your doctor immediately if you experience severe headache, rapid breathing, dizziness, confusion, fatigue, hearing loss, nausea, vomiting or diarrhea. Don't use salicylic acid without consulting your doctor. [livestrong.com]

  […] dermatologist include: signs of infection, such as red streaks, skin hot to the touch, fever, or intense pain intense itching that is not relieved by topical creams KP that does not respond to home treatment KP accompanied by other symptoms, such as vomiting [medicalnewstoday.com]

• Diarrhea

  The website advises calling your doctor immediately if you experience severe headache, rapid breathing, dizziness, confusion, fatigue, hearing loss, nausea, vomiting or diarrhea. Don't use salicylic acid without consulting your doctor. [livestrong.com]

• Keratosis

  KERATOSIS PILARIS ATROPHICANS Keratosis pilaris atrophicans is characterised by typical follicular keratosis lesions which become atrophied, leaving permanent scarring. [therapeutique-dermatologique.org]

  Disease, Darier, Disease, Darier's, Dyskeratosis follicularis, Dyskeratosis, follicularis, Keratosis Follicularis, Keratosis, follicularis, PSOROSPERMOSIS, FOLLICULARIS, WHITE-DARIER DISEASE [dermis.net]

  So instead of spending another season hating on my skin for having KP, I decided to go to the pros to find out exactly how to eradicate keratosis pilaris once and for all. 1. Understand that you can't "cure" keratosis pilaris. [allure.com]

  Certain drugs, like nilotinib, have been implicated as causes of keratosis pilaris or keratosis pilaris atrophicans. [3] Epidemiology Frequency Keratosis pilaris (KP) is overall a very common condition and is present worldwide. [emedicine.medscape.com]

  Even still, keratosis pilaris may not respond to these kinds of treatments. References www.bad.org.uk/pils/keratosis-pilaris www.nhs.uk/conditions/keratosis-pilaris [lloydspharmacy.com]

• Dry Skin

  Dry skin, flaky patches and KP bumps are held together by bonds that physical exfoliation alone can’t break. [dermadoctor.com]

  What Causes Dry Skin? When Skin Becomes Too Dry Treatment Dry skin and keratosis pilaris are common. Dry skin can occur at any age and for many reasons. [wederm.com]

  Home » MEDICAL » KERATOSIS PILARIS Keratosis pilaris (KP) describes bumpy, dry skin caused by hair follicles becoming plugged by dry skin cells. [skincancerderm.com]

  Dermatologists' top 10 tips for relieving dry skin. American Academy of Dermatology. https://www.aad.org/dermatology-a-to-z/health-and-beauty/general-skin-care/dry-skin-tips. Accessed Nov. 4, 2015. Retin-A. U.S. [mayoclinic.org]

• Eczema

  Case 2 who also had chronic eczema also had a skin condition frequently associated with eczema--keratosis pilaris and he was started on dextroamphetamine sulfate for chronic fatigue syndrome. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

  ACQUIRED KERATOSIS PILARIS Acquired keratosis pilaris can occur with numerous dermatological conditions including follicular lichen planus, follicular psoriasis, follicular tuberculides, follicular eczema, follicular sarcoidosis, follicular mucinosis, [therapeutique-dermatologique.org]

  “But, for example, patients who have eczema claim that when their eczema flares, so does their KP.” Now that you know what KP is, keep reading to learn how you can treat it. [refinery29.com]

  Although keratosis pilaris is hereditary, the rash is more common in those with eczema, dry skin, or vitamin A deficiency. [moogoo.com.au]

  Back to top When Skin Becomes Too Dry In some people, areas of seriously dry skin can lead to a condition called eczema or dermatitis. Dermatitis means inflammation of the skin. [wederm.com]

• Dermatitis

  These findings should be taken into account when evaluating atopic dermatitis or ichthyosis. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

  Tinea Candida Seborrheic Dermatitis on the scalp Seborrheic Dermatitis on the face Ringworm What We Make For Fungal Skin Problems. Our Eczema and Psoriasis Cream (AUSTL196718) is also indicated for fungal skin problems. [moogoo.com.au]

  Back to top When Skin Becomes Too Dry In some people, areas of seriously dry skin can lead to a condition called eczema or dermatitis. Dermatitis means inflammation of the skin. [wederm.com]

• Papule

  […] definition A slowly progressive autosomal dominant disorder of keratinization characterized by pinkish-to-tan papules that coalesce to form plaques. [dermis.net]

  The symptoms of keratosis pilaris are based on the development of small white papules the size of a grain of sand on the upper arms, thighs, and occasionally the buttocks and face. The papules occur around a hair follicle and are firm and white. [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

  Often, a small, coiled hair can be seen beneath the papule. Not all the bumps have associated hairs underneath. Papules are thought to arise from excessive accumulation of keratin at the follicular orifice. [emedicine.medscape.com]

  Keratosis pilaris (KP) is a benign cutaneous disorder characterized by folliculocentric hyperkeratotic papules most often occurring on the proximal extremities. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

• Suggestibility

  We suggest using the MSM Soothing Cream while the skin is still moist, and at least one application before sleep. [moogoo.com.au]

  The coexistence of the two disorders suggests a close association of their genetic pathogenesis. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

  Instead, Day suggests swapping your body scrub for a Clarisonic facial brush and a salicylic acid cleanser, like Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Body Wash, which has 2 percent salicylic acid to penetrate follicles and chamomile to soothe skin. 4. [allure.com]

• Irritability

  "But exfoliating can actually irritate the bumps and make them much worse." 2. Start with chemical exfoliators. [allure.com]

  Hypoallergenic with no dyes or irritants, it is great for all skin types. [dermadoctor.com]

  Use mild soaps Strong and heavily perfumed soaps can irritate the skin, so try to opt for gentle and fragrance-free cleansers. [lloydspharmacy.com]

  "The best part is that it achieves the goal without irritating or over-drying the skin." By pairing this with a rich moisturizer, you can help lessen your keratosis pilaris without further irritating your skin. [instyle.com]

  The retinoid creams, which are a relative of vitamin A, may cause irritation in some people. [aocd.org]

• Confusion

  The website advises calling your doctor immediately if you experience severe headache, rapid breathing, dizziness, confusion, fatigue, hearing loss, nausea, vomiting or diarrhea. Don't use salicylic acid without consulting your doctor. [livestrong.com]

  In children and teens, keratosis pilaris is often located on the cheeks and may be confused with acne. In adults, it is more likely to be found on the backs of the upper arms, the thighs, and the buttocks. [uspharmacist.com]

  If you are confused about whether to seek treatment for keratosis pilaris, consulting with a dermatologist is an important first step. [schweigerderm.com]

  Since signs of keratosis pilaris are sometimes confused with similar skin conditions, like psoriasis or eczema, it’s usually recommended to consult with a dermatologist if you are experiencing any of these symptoms. [cerave.com]

If at-home treatments still aren't cutting it, make an appointment with your physician. [allure.com]

Keratosis Pilaris Treatment While there is no cure for KP (also known as “chicken skin”) continual treatment with KP Elements can keep your skin free of keratosis pilaris indefinitely. [kpelements.com]

Treatment Specialized skin moisturizers that contain urea or α-hydroxy acids Sometimes laser treatments Treatment of keratosis pilaris is not needed unless the person is bothered by the appearance of the disorder. [msdmanuals.com]

Specialized skin moisturizers that contain urea or α-hydroxy acids Sometimes laser treatments Treatment of keratosis pilaris is not needed unless the person is bothered by the appearance of the disorder. [merckmanuals.com]

Prognosis Overall prognosis is good. Many cases resolve with increasing age. However, others may persist into late adulthood with intermittent exacerbations and remissions. [emedicine.medscape.com]

Outlook (Prognosis) Keratosis pilaris may fade slowly with age. When to Contact a Medical Professional Call your provider if the bumps are bothersome and do not get better with lotions you buy without a prescription. [ufhealth.org]

The overall prognosis for patients is very good. Keratosis pilaris tends to improve over time, though it can persist with a waxing and waning course in some. Keratosis pilaris does not tend to leave scars. [emedicine.com]

Data, and critical analysis of existing data, are lacking, so the etiologies, pathogeneses, disease associations, and treatments of these clinical entities are poorly understood. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Certain drugs, like nilotinib, have been implicated as causes of keratosis pilaris or keratosis pilaris atrophicans. [3] Syndromal and familial cases often have a genetic component. [4, 5, 6] Etiology of Keratosis Pilaris The etiology of keratosis pilaris [emedicine.medscape.com]

Etiology The etiology of keratosis pilaris is not completely known. Keratosis pilaris may be due to a disorder of corneocyte adhesion that prevents normal desquamation in the area around the hair follicle. [emedicine.com]

Histopathologic, genomic, and epidemiologic evidence points to keratosis pilaris as a primary disorder of the pilosebaceous unit as a result of inherited mutations or acquired disruptions in various biomolecular pathways. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Certain drugs, like nilotinib, have been implicated as causes of keratosis pilaris or keratosis pilaris atrophicans. [3] Epidemiology Frequency Keratosis pilaris (KP) is overall a very common condition and is present worldwide. [emedicine.medscape.com]

Epidemiology It affects nearly 50-80% of all adolescents and approximately 40% of adults. [ 1 ] Most people with KP are otherwise asymptomatic and are often unaware of the condition. [patient.info]

Recent data highlight aberrant Ras signaling as an important contributor to the pathophysiology of keratosis pilaris and its subtypes. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Pathophysiology Keratosis pilaris (KP) is a genetically based disorder of hyperkeratinization of the skin. An excess formation and/or buildup of keratin is thought to cause the abrasive goose-bump texture of the skin. [emedicine.medscape.com]

Pathophysiology Keratosis pilaris is theorized to result from defective keratinization of the follicular epithelium, resulting in the lack of proper desquamation of keratinocytes and the formation of a keratotic plug at the follicular orifice. [emedicine.com]

Medscape (WebMD). and "Pathophysiology". Medscape (WebMD). Retrieved February 5, 2018. ^ a b Yosipovitch G, DeVore A, Dawn A (June 2007). "Obesity and the skin: skin physiology and skin manifestations of obesity". [en.wikipedia.org]

Treatment can take months or years and requires continuous medical supervision to prevent recurrences, which are quite frequent. [centromedicoabc.com]

Sunscreen While sunscreen won’t prevent the condition from forming, it can make a significant difference in preventing red bumps from worsening and looking more obvious. The sun’s damaging rays are known to aggravate keratosis pilaris. [onegoodthingbyjillee.com]

Creams to prevent plugged follicles. Creams derived from vitamin A (topical retinoids) work by promoting cell turnover and preventing plugged hair follicles. [mayoclinic.org]

It also helps in preventing hard, red bumps from forming and is suitable for stubborn dry skin. 2% BHA BODY SPOT EXFOLIANT By carefully cleaning, exfoliating and protecting your skin, you can significantly reduce bumps on your skin. [paulaschoice-eu.com]

Prevention Since keratosis pilaris is thought to be a genetic disorder and is observed in several members of the same family, there is nothing that can be done to prevent this disorder. [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]