Chicken skin

The skin on my legs is not smooth like other people's and I can see all my pores, kind of like chicken skin, and it's very unsightly and embarrassing.

Does anyone know what can cause this?

[Vanessa Lacuesta]

Hi,

Do you usually shave your legs?

For how long have you noted this? Is this condition present since you were a child?

There is a condition called keratosis pilaris. This is a benign skin condition which involves the hair follicles. The hair follicles in keratosis pilaris are blocked by keratin plugs. The cause is unknown and may resolve spontaneously. For some, the condition may present for weeks or years. Whitish small bumps that give the skin a sand paper feel may cause this condition to be discomforting especially for young adults.

Exfoliation and moisturizing the area are necessary. You may discuss this with your dermatologist so that the diagnosis may be ascertained .

[McGinty]

Thank you Vanessa.