What Is Keratosis Pilaris?
Keratosis pilaris, Sometimes called “chicken skin,” is a common condition that appears as small, rough bumps resembling goosebumps. It's most found on the cheeks, upper arms, thighs, and buttocks, but it can appear on any part of the skin. 1 Keratosis pilaris, or KP, is benign (harmless). It often first appears during childhood and affects up to 50-58% of adolescents and about 40% of adults. 2 It tends to be more common in people with dry skin and may worsen during winter when the air is drier. If it develops during the teenage years, it usually clears by age 30. 1 Keratosis pilaris can sometimes cause itchiness and may be a source of self-consciousness. You can't cure it or prevent it, but you can treat it. Treatment options include moisturizing the affected areas, gently exfoliating, and using topical creams or lotions containing ingredients like urea or lactic acid to help soften skin. 3 Types Keratosis pilaris is classified into...
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