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Keratosis Pilaris is a common skin disorder and is considered to be a localised version of excess keratinisation. The disorder results from an excessive build up of keratin (dead skin cells), in the opening of the hair follicles in the skin. This build up of keratin becomes a small plus making the affected skin feel rough and dry like sandpaper.
Commonly found on the upper arms, buttocks, thighs and occasionally the cheeks or mandible. The dry skin pinnacles are usually white with some small inflammatio and the surround skin colour may appear to be darker. It can sometimes become itchy and scratching the affected area may lead to infection of the follicle.
Keratosis Pilaris usually worsens in low humidity, after extensice sun exposure, or with essential fatty acid deficiency. There is also a chance it is hereditary if other family members are sufferers. |
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