keratosis pilaris, I have it...what can I do?
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Hey I can totally relate! I have that too.\n\nI've always worn shirts with long sleeves or 3/4 sleeves because of my keratosis pilaris. I've always liked fall/winter better because everyone's wearing longsleeves.\n\nI only found out the name for the condition last year when I visited a dermatologist. She prescribed some ointment and lotion and they helped. It made my skin really dry at first, but it worked and the bumps are smooth! I haven't kept up with it, but I will definitely go back to doing it when summer/spring is here again. I'm sorry I don't have the prescriptions anymore. :(\n\nBut there are a lot of good sites out there with info about it and "how to's" on coping with it.\n\nThis wikipedia article has good info and links to other sites:\nhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Keratosis_pilaris\n\nJust want you to know you are not alone! :)
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you probally need to go to the dermatoligist
456671
Sounds like PK. Very common.\nThe K stands for keratosis, I forget what the P stands for.\nYou get red dots or bumps on your arms sort of like pimples but they aren't.\nGet some Aquaphor cream in a tube at the drugstore. It works like a charm if you put some on the spots every day.\nIt costs about $5.\nNOthing else works for this, I know, I have it.
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Go to a dermatologist. :] I get my ointment and stuff from there, and it works.\n\nBut seeing that you have the dance pretty soon, I suggest washing your face with a good facial wash (I use celeteque), and cleasing it with a toner afterwards twice a day will do.\n\nOh! And watch out for what you eat.\n\nAnd what my mom used to do with her pimples was apply some toothpast (preferably colgate, I think) unto the pimple, and leave it there overnight. It dries out. However, the downside is you get dark spots. So if you do this one, prepare yourself with whitening cream. I suggest "magic cream" my parents use it. :] Seems to work.\n\nAnother tip I read from a magazine was that you crush an asprin and mix it with a little water to form a paste, and then smear it unto your pimple. I think you leave it there overnight as well. I've never tried this, or seen anyone try this, so I don't know if there's a downside to this.\n \nHope that helped. But you know, if you can't get rid of those pimples in time, try a concealer and such. Ask somone there. Hehe.\n\nWATCH WHAT YOU EAT!!!\n\nBut, I don't really think that this girl will dump you just because of pimples...
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depends on what your skin condition is. go to a dr.
931104
no over the counter meds can help you with that, you need to see dermatologist...good luck with that...
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I'm not sure if there's a way you can do it yourself hun...go see a dermatologist and speak with him/her about the medical procedure.\n\nBe safe!
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You definately need to go see a dermatologist.  Get going!
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haha this was just asked i thought.  I get the same problem on my upper arms bro, coco butter lotion W/ vitemin E twice a day when you get up and when you go to sleep every day.  It will take the color out of the marks and if they're smaller make em heal away.
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It could be keratosis pilaris, you could look them up on Yahoo and look on images to see if that is what you have.  They look like little pimples and some people can get them on their legs and lower buttocks. From what i have read there is no cure and it is hereditary but of no real danger.  Hope this helps.
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You need to see your doctor and/or a dermatologist. Have you used any new soaps, detergents, etc.?
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You should go to a doctor and get it professionally removed. It will be better for you than using over the counter medications. Try here for more information: http://www.webmd.com/hw/skin_and_beauty/hw64904.asp
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Work with a dermatologist.\nKeep affected skin clean with soap & water.\nAcne is caused by hormones, dirty skin.
919360
Go to a dermatologist.  No home remedy will make those marks disappear.
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1. Wash your face thoroughly with a mild soap such as cetaphil.\n2. Rinse with warm water.\n3. Apply a benzoyl peroxide topical cream, such as Clearasil, BP or On -The-Spot, to affected areas only. Homeopathic alternatives include tea tree oil, baking soda paste (mix with a little water, apply and let dry), and witch hazel.\n4. After topical treatment is dry, apply a basic face moisturizer, unscented is best.\n5. Once a week, use a kaolin-clay-based mask and let dry to pull impurities from your skin.\n6. Rinse with warm water, then exfoliate with a scrub such as Swiss Valley Apricot Scrub or Neutrogena 60-Second Mask/Scrub.\n7. Be sure to moisturize well after your weekly treatment. \n\n* 2.5% to 5% Benzoyl-Peroxide Solutions are sufficient; 10% or higher can irritate the skin and exacerbate the problem.\n* Moisturizing is an important daily step, don't skip the moisturizer just because you think your skin is oily. Regular moisturizing will help keep your skin pimple free.\n* Pimple-fighting concealer can also be used for protection all day.\n* Don't use rubbing alcohol. It will sting like crazy and dry and irritate your skin\n* Taking vitamins regularly can also help your skin.\n* Avoid smoking or taking immuno-suppressants (such as steroids)\n* Some foods, like garlic and onions, are thought to improve skin conditions. \n\n* DON'T TOUCH: When you get a pimple, imagine that there is police tape around it. Your pimple is off limits to touch. The oils from your hands will make it harder for it to go away. Do NOT pop it. This will spread the bacteria (causing more pimples on other areas of your face) and may leave a scar (whether you use your fingernails or not). In general, don't touch your face unless you are actively washing it!\n* While you should always discuss any helth issues with your doctor, it's especially important to consult a dermatologist if your acne affects more than 30% of your skin, if breakouts increase after beginning treatment, or if you experience scarring.\n* When you start the treatment, your acne might appear to flare for a week or two, as your skin gets used to the new routine and impurities are drawn from your pores.
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Condition is keratosis pilaris.  Glytone makes a kit for this but expensive.  Try the teen health site for more economical use of alphahydroxy moisturizing lotion; exfoliating wash.  Common name is: chicken skin
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Don't try to self diagnose because it could be a number of things. Go see your regular doctor or dermatologist. Good luck and take care.