Keratosis Pilaris
Keratosis Pilaris
Keratosis Pilaris is a common skin condition where a protein in your skin forms hard plugs where the hairs grow. This makes small bumps that may be white, skin colored, or slightly pink or red.
Name
Keratosis Pilaris
About this topic
Keratosis Pilaris is a common skin condition where a protein in your skin forms hard plugs where the hairs grow. This makes small bumps that may be white, skin colored, or slightly pink or red.
What drugs may be needed?
Soften and add moisture to your skin
Body systems
Dermatologic,Emergency Medicine
What are other common names?
Acquired Keratoderma,Chicken Skin,Follicular Keratotic Papules,Folliculocentric Keratotic Papules,Hyperkeratosis,Keratoderma, Acquired,Keratosis Pilaris Rubra,Keratosis Pilaris Rubra Faciei,KP
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