Keratosis Pilaris Information and Member Introductions

Re: Keratosis Pilaris Information and Member Introductions

feeds@yuku.com (sockjordan) — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 05:33:27 GMT

Hello everybody, I'm a 24 years old asian male. Had KP since young, only recently found out through a private skin clinic doc, I thought it was uncommon thing i had as the doc had to consult a senior doc before giving me an answer. My upper arms and forearms are littered with bumpy-like blackheads. It sucks in public as I'll be very self-concious about my arms. I'm glad I found this place, it has help me so much in understanding my skin.

I've been using Retin A for a...

Re: Keratosis Pilaris Information and Member Introductions

feeds@yuku.com (KP victm) — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:25:42 GMT

i was just recently diagnosed to have kp on my face by my dermatologist. Specifically its known as Keratosis Pilaris Rubra Faceii...its main symptom is to have a constant redness on your face that doesnt go away.

It sucks, especially being a guy, im 18 and it makes me look so much younger too, i absolutely hate it, and its affecting my life, especially when my face gets flushed due to even mild heat, cold, wind, drinking alcohol, excercise or blushing its hard not to feel really...

Re: Keratosis Pilaris Information and Member Introductions

feeds@yuku.com (furthermore) — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 21:00:48 GMT

Hey, my name is Sarah

I just found this community by searching "chicken skin" in google, right after having a painful flair up.

I've suffered from the condition since I can remember. I have very dry, fair skin, and while in general, it is not that sensitive, on the afflicted regions my skin reacts to almost any kind of irritation.

My beautician refers to the condition as "chicken...

Re: Keratosis Pilaris Information and Member Introductions

feeds@yuku.com (thanxrbon) — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 05:32:43 GMT

My young daughter has suffered from KP for years and I have dozens of half used products under my sink that have gone to waste because they did nothing for the condition. When she was less than 1 year my Dr. diagnosed her with KP and suggested Lacticare lotion (with lactic acid), claiming the lactic acid would exfoliate the skin and help the follicles clear up. It did nothing except irritate the rest of her delicate skin. So, I found this forum and didn't join but tried several of the...

Re: Keratosis Pilaris Information and Member Introductions

feeds@yuku.com (misslittleredbumps) — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 13:16:30 GMT

Hi everyone! To learn more about the dry skin associated with KP, visit www.littleredbumps.com

Re: Keratosis Pilaris Information and Member Introductions

feeds@yuku.com (Jema2626) — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:41:02 GMT

I just wanted to tell you something that has helped me. I have had KP for 11years now head to toe, and I have tried EVERYTHING!!!!!!!!!!! You name it I tried it..... I have read just about everything in the world about it. I also know KP is found in our follicular, I sat back one day and said shampoo that we use on our head is to help clean our follicular maybe it will work I will try that. I have been using shampoo on my whole body and I will tell you for a year now. I have NEVER saw...

Re: Keratosis Pilaris Information and Member Introductions

feeds@yuku.com (Britpip) — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 10:38:43 GMT

Hi! I just found this forum while looking for new info on KP. I'm 39 & I, too, have had KP as long as I can remember, over most of my body. I've cried so many tears over this ugly, itchy skin condition, I can't even begin to tell you.
The only times it has ever resolved was when I was pregnant or taking prednisone for a kidney condition.
Other thn those times, though, it is so very drepressing & embarrassing. I've had people look at my arms & say,...

Re: Keratosis Pilaris Information and Member Introductions

feeds@yuku.com (Michzilla) — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 12:58:59 GMT

I'm 20 and I have had Psoriasis for over 15 years now and I always just assumed that the upper parts of my arms and legs and face were psoriasis too, and just today after seeing the same doctor for at least 10 years he told me that I have KP. I was extremely upset because I was given false hope my whole life that I had Psoriasis everywhere and there were potential treatments for it.

But now I know that I will have it forever... I have been allready doing all of the suggested...

Re: Keratosis Pilaris Information and Member Introductions

feeds@yuku.com (nekochan) — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 10:03:25 GMT

Maybe you can find a milk substitute that also contains lots of calcium. I wonder if soya milk does the trick?

Re: Keratosis Pilaris Information and Member Introductions

feeds@yuku.com (chiquegeek) — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 01:13:06 GMT

I am 12 and have had small skin coloured bumps on my arms thighs and face for as long as I can remember-finding it was Keratotis Pillaris and very common made me feel a bit better.
I had cream when I was 8 but it didn't help and my Mum puts itchy bite cream on.
xxo Jess

(I can't remove dairy as I have quite weak bones)

Re: Keratosis Pilaris Information and Member Introductions

feeds@yuku.com (nekochan) — Sat, 20 Dec 2008 11:28:52 GMT

Found this forum a while back while researching for KP treatments but I never did introduce myself. Anyway, after years of trying and trying to get rid of the damm spots, my boyfriend gave me this new moor-based cleanser bar to try out.

The product reads facial cleanser but about reading about it's supposed benefits I decided to try it on my arms (and face too!

The results? My skin is not so inflamed and...

Re: Keratosis Pilaris Information and Member Introductions

feeds@yuku.com (nikki) — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 11:20:49 GMT

I just found this forum a few days ago when I started doing research on treatments for my keratosis. I'm 26 and I've had keratosis for as long as I can remember. I've always lived in a colder climate so it wasn't too much of a bother to wear sleeves and long pants but I just moved to California and I'm roasting becuase I don't feel comfortable wearing shorts or tank tops. I can handle the bumps by scrubbing and moisturizing my biggest concern is the redness. I was only...

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feeds@yuku.com (FurballsMom) — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 21:48:17 GMT

I already removed dairy and gluten both from my diet for other reasons. The kp has remained the same as it has always been all throughout my life. I'm more fortunate than others on this forum in regards to my kp, because from what I've read about the descriptions of the various kinds of kp, then I know that my kp is keratosis pilaris alba. I don't have the red or purple discolorations, but I definitely have the bumpy skin and the plugs with the fine hair that sometimes come off...

Re: Keratosis Pilaris Information and Member Introductions

feeds@yuku.com (pk40) — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 06:28:05 GMT

I have three children with KP and have had success with clearing up KP by removing dairy from their diet. Our doctor has recommended calcium suppliments (tums) once a day. I noticed that within a month the KP was almost gone! The KP is a reaction to how their body processes dairy - sounds crazy but try it! I have been to a dermotologist to find a treatment for my KP as I've had it all my life - and she recommended pulling dairy out of my diet. She had KP, removed dairy from her...

Re: Keratosis Pilaris Information and Member Introductions

feeds@yuku.com (FurballsMom) — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 22:28:53 GMT

This is the first time I even learned the name of this condition that I inherited from my mother. I remember being teased about this condition unmercifully when I was in middle school, a sensitive time for young girls. As a result, I ended up being self-conscious about it when I was growing up. I'm a little more fortunate than some, because I don't usually have the red or purple coloration. It does get itchy, and sometimes the little bumps build up when they itch and will come off...

Re: Keratosis Pilaris Information and Member Introductions

feeds@yuku.com (pk40) — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 00:18:17 GMT

Claire - I really recommend removing dairy from your diet...it has really helped me and my three kids. My KP is going away and my kids bumps go away in about a month once they stop eating dairy. Any day that I eat dairy products it flares up and becomes more prominent. I am also taking a probiotic called Three Lac twice a day. These two steps have greatly decreased the bumps and redness. Remember...if he truly loves you, it won't matter that you have KP, but I know how it can make...

Re: Keratosis Pilaris Information and Member Introductions

feeds@yuku.com (claire) — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 14:28:43 GMT

Hi I am new to this forum and I was so happy to see it. I have had Keratitis pilaris for a long time and it has made me feel so insecure. I never wore shorts after the age of 13 It is on my legs only..just my thighs and I have not tried any medicinal creams for it...only regular creams which aparently do not help. I use to tan a few years back at the salon and i found that it improved the appearance and texture..but im afraid of the long term affects. I am getting married in a few months...

Re: Keratosis Pilaris Information and Member Introductions

feeds@yuku.com (pk40) — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 00:13:33 GMT

I am a mom of three who has had KP as long as I can remember. I always had it on my arms and legs but after having children it appeared on my back and stomach. About 10 years ago I visited a dermatologist in search of a treatment for KP. It just so happened that the determologist I saw had actually suffered from KP as well. I say had because she showed me that her skin was now clear after a change in her diet. She had given up diary products for about a year and her KP was gone.
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Re: Keratosis Pilaris Information and Member Introductions

feeds@yuku.com (notsla) — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 02:51:01 GMT

Hi there all , I am new to this forum , i didnt think that KP was such a wide spread thing !
I am a mum of 3 and have had KP since a child, i thought i was just unlucky as i never knew anyone else to have it.
I did a search on the internet and found this site while searching for something to use on it as i am so sick of wearing t-shirts, i want to wear sleeveless and not worry that someone is looking! yes even at 32 i still feel self concious about my upper arms.
I will...

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feeds@yuku.com (raytaylor19) — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 06:49:07 GMT

has nay1 ever tried bicarbonate of soda?!!!!!
i've had kp since i was 7 and it's now so lovingly developed on my arms, stomach,legs and face, i've been misdiagnosed so many time i give up with doctors.
i now use bicarb of soda mixed with water to paste after dry body brushing. it stings a bit and arms go red but the bumps are less after. i'm also using eucerin urea lotion and this is helping a lot with the redness.
ACV sounds really good tho, i have my wedding...

Keratosis Pilaris Information and Member Introductions

feeds@yuku.com (Keratosis Pilaris) — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 16:05:35 GMT

Keratosis Pilaris (KP) - Characterized by the appearance of small rough bumps on the skin. Primarily, KP occurs on the back and outer sides of the upper arms, but can also occur on thighs and buttocks or any body part except palms or soles...

Keratosis refers to a localized overgrowth of the upper layer of skin. Pilaris pertains to the hair. In keratosis pilaris, the buildup of keratin (the hard protein in the skin, nails, and hair) is limited to...