Niacin for keratosis pilaris
Common Questions and Answers about Niacin for keratosis pilaris
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I understand how frustrating this is for you. Keratosis pilaris may resolve spontaneously over time but the usual course of the disease is chronic.That is, it may be present for years.
There is no definite treatment or cure for keratosis pilaris. This is a condition wherein keratin plugs involve hair follicles and they may present with a rough feel of the skin. Moisturizing and exfoliation are the mainstay for therapy. The thing is keratosis pilaris is a benign skin condition.
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The symptoms are suggestive of keratosis pilaris. Keratosis pilaris occurs when the human body produces excess keratin, a natural protein in the skin. There is currently no known cure for keratosis pilaris, however, there are effective treatments available which make its symptoms less apparent. Treatment includes tretinoin or Triamcinolone cream or Adapalene, a retinoid medication.
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Yes the symptoms are suggestive of keratosis pilaris. Keratosis pilaris occurs when the human body produces excess keratin, a natural protein in the skin. There is currently no known cure for keratosis pilaris, however, there are effective treatments available which make its symptoms less apparent. Treatment includes tretinoin or Triamcinolone cream or Adapalene, a retinoid medication.
They may itch or they may be painful. As for keratosis pilaris, the bumps may be whitish in color. They usually affect the back of the arms or the upper portion of the lower extremities. They do not itch unless an overlying fungal infection is present. Keratosis pilaris may resolve spontaneously while folliculitis is contagious. Based on your post, this does not seem to be folliculitis.
Have you applied topical antibiotics on the affected skin?
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From the symptoms clogged pores due to keratosis pilaris needs to be ruled out. Keratosis pilaris occurs when the human body produces excess keratin, a natural protein in the skin. There is currently no known cure for keratosis pilaris, however, there are effective treatments available which make its symptoms less apparent. Treatment includes tretinoin or Triamcinolone cream or Adapalene, a retinoid medication.
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This is called Keratosis pilaris.Keratosis pilaris (KP, also follicular keratosis) is a very common genetic follicular condition that is manifested by the appearance of rough bumps on the skin and hence colloquially referred to as "chicken skin" as well as "meat bumps".
Keratosis pilaris occurs as excess keratin, a natural protein in the skin, accumulates within the hair follicles forming hard plugs (process known as hyperkeratinization).
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Keratosis pilaris is also called the chicken skin and occurs when Keratin, accumulates within the hair follicles forming numerous tiny rough bumps on the skin. Some of the treatment options for keratosis pilaris are Creams containing the acid form of vitamin A, Tretinoin, adapelene and triamcinolone. Exfoliation, intensive moisturizing creams, creams and lotions containing alpha hydroxy acids and urea may be used to temporarily improve the appearance and texture of affected skin.
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This may be a case of keratosis pilaris. Keratosis pilaris is a skin condition which involves the hair follicles. It is a harmless condition but may be discomforting to have. It may present with raised bumps on the skin which is rough and sand papery to the touch. The cause of which is not known and may be present in childhood. The condition may resolve as one grows older.
Have you had this assessed by a dermatologist before?
I suggest that you have this assessed.
Keratosis pilaris occurs when the human body produces excess keratin, a natural protein in the skin. There is currently no known cure for keratosis pilaris, however, there are effective treatments available which make its symptoms less apparent. Treatment includes tretinoin or Triamcinolone cream or Adapalene, a retinoid medication.
There is currently no known cure for keratosis pilaris, however, there are effective treatments available which make its symptoms less apparent. Treatment includes tretinoin or Triamcinolone cream or Adapalene, a retinoid medication. Exfoliation, intensive moisturizing creams, creams and lotions containing alpha hydroxy acids and urea may be used to temporarily improve the appearance and texture of affected skin.
Pls discuss these treatment options with your daughter’s dermatologist.
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There are several types of keratosis pilaris and the lesions usually depend on the type. In your case, this may be keratosis pilaris alba. The skin may have some whitish bumps and may present with a sand papery feel. Scratching the area may lead to some discoloration or hyperpigmentation. An overlying dermatitis or fungal infection may also heighten itchiness. I suggest that you ask your physician about the right type of exfoliant here.
There is currently no known cure for keratosis pilaris, however, there are effective treatments available which make its symptoms less apparent. Treatment includes tretinoin or Triamcinolone cream or Adapalene, a retinoid medication. Exfoliation, intensive moisturizing creams, creams and lotions containing alpha hydroxy acids and urea may be used to temporarily improve the appearance and texture of affected skin.
know you're pain, because I have it too. It's called keratosis pilaris, and it's often called 'chicken skin' because the bumps are always raised and look like goosebumps. Although it's unflattering, it should become less apparent as you age, although this isn't true in all cases. There is no cure for it, it's a heriditary thing, so you can pass it on to your kids (the girls will NOT appreciate it) and it's really just a superficial thing.
Could be keratosis pilaris also known as "chicken skin". I had this symptom due to vitamin A deficiency (in my case the deficiency was due to hypothyroidism). Keratosis pilaris can also be due to omega 3 deficiency.
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Without examination,confirmation of a diagnosis is tough,but it sounds like keratosis pilaris. It is a common genetic follicular condition that is manifested by the appearance of rough bumps on the skin like goose bumps and hence colloquially referred to as "chicken skin".Milia are found commonly in children.
Keratosis pilaris occurs when the human body produces excess keratin, a natural protein in the skin.
Hello,
There is currently no known cure for keratosis pilaris, however, there are effective treatments available which make its symptoms less apparent. Treatment includes tretinoin or Triamcinolone cream or Adapalene, a retinoid medication. Exfoliation, intensive moisturizing creams, creams and lotions containing alpha hydroxy acids and urea may be used to temporarily improve the appearance and texture of affected skin.
I hope it helps. Take care and regards.
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These goose bumps and white dots can be due to keratosis pilaris,lichen nitidus or keratin filled cysts. Keratosis pilaris occurs when the human body produces excess keratin, a natural protein in the skin.
Treatment includes tretinoin or Triamcinolone cream or Adapalene, a retinoid medication. Exfoliation, intensive moisturizing creams, creams and lotions containing alpha hydroxy acids and urea may be used to temporarily improve the appearance and texture of affected skin.
There is currently no known cure for keratosis pilaris, however, there are effective treatments available which make its symptoms less apparent. Treatment includes tretinoin or Triamcinolone cream or Adapalene, a retinoid medication. Exfoliation, intensive moisturizing creams, creams and lotions containing alpha hydroxy acids and urea may be used to temporarily improve the appearance and texture of affected skin.
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