Dr. Oz Article on Keratosis Pilaris

Treating "Chicken Skin" Bumps: Keratosis Pilaris
By Audrey Kunin, M.D. (President of DERMAdoctor, Inc.)

Chicken skin bumps – such a simple yet instantly identifiable description of the skin problem named keratosis pilaris (commonly dubbed "KP.") Can't you just visualize it? These minute, rough bumps with their grater-like texture are most frequently scattered along the upper arms and thighs. However, the cheeks, back and buttocks can all become involved at one time or another. They're annoying, unsightly, chronic and incredibly commonplace.

If you don't have this condition, odds are that you know somebody who does. Whenever I talk about KP, inevitably the individual with whom I'm conversing pauses, gasps, then exclaims "I didn't know that's what that was! My child, husband, coworker (fill in the blank as appropriate) has that!"

Because keratosis pilaris affects 50% of the entire world's population, this reaction isn't surprising. KP is somewhat more common in children and adolescents; 50 to 80% of children have KP. Adults needn't feel neglected. Keratosis pilaris affects 4 out of every 10 adults, too. Women are slightly more prone to developing keratosis pilaris. Most people with KP are unaware that not only is there a designated medical term for the condition, but that treatment exists.

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Keratosis Pilaris Article - Allure, May

Those little red bumps on the backs of your arms—they're not pimples. They're a genetic condition called keratosis pilaris, which half of the population has. There's no cure, but they are easy to treat. Twice a day, slather on a moisturizer with lactic acid or urea, which will dissolve the thickened skin. You can find AmLactin 12% Moisturizing Cream over the counter, but if you don't see a difference after about three weeks, ask your dermatologist about prescription creams such as Carmol 10 and Lac-Hydrin. Make sure you kick abrasive scrubs and loofahs out of your shower, and avoid cranking the hot water all the way up—all of these things can inflame the area further.


Credit: As Seen in Allure - May 2010


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