Keratosis Pilaris aka Chicken Skin

[zh3ll]

Alright, first time i went to the dermatologist, she told me what she saw was, YEAST infection (on my chest) and she perscribed me cream to get rid of it. But there were bumps that were alot still visible. I wen to the dermatologist again- he said that it's keratosis pilaris and the fungus infection i had was most likely gone. Now he didn't perscribe anything but just told me to put lotion on it daily (eucerin), it didn't work, he said that it's just a simple chicken skin, and if he wanted i could have a biopsy to get it checked for sure (at first i said NO, cuz it'll leave a scar..lol) but now i set up another appointment for dermatologist and it isn't until mid JULY. TOO LONG.

so i was wondering if anyone knows anything about chicken skin aka Keratosis Pilaris?
Anything i can use over the counter?
Home remedies?

:(

[Vanessa Lacuesta]

Hi.

“Keratosis pilaris (KP) is a genetic disorder of keratinization of hair follicles of the skin. It is an extremely common benign condition that manifests as small, rough folliculocentric keratotic papules, often described as chicken bumps, chicken skin, or goose bumps, in characteristic areas of the body, particularly the outer-upper arms and thighs.”

Source: http://www.emedicine.com/derm/topic211.htm

In short keratosis pilaris is not something infectious. In some cases, this may resolve spontaneously as one gets older. In some, there is a tendency for keratosis pilaris to persist. There is no definite medical therapy for keratosis pilaris. Moisturizers and exfoliation are the mainstay of treatment. You may use a vitamin E cream to be applied thinly over the area. To wash the area, you may use Cetaphil or other mild cleansers. Use a mild exfoliant for the area. Use mild ones with small crystals. Your dermatologist may prescribe you medicated ones. For the meantime be very careful not to rub vigorously. Microdermabrasion has been found to be helpful in some cases. You may discuss this with your physician during your consult.

[zh3ll]

Thank you so much.

Although is it normal for Kiratosis Pilaris to leave Dark marks?
It seems dark and like scarr looking thing but bumpy as well...
or is this left over with the yeast infection?

[Vanessa Lacuesta]

Hi

There are several types of keratosis pilaris and the lesions usually depend on the type. In your case, this may be keratosis pilaris alba. The skin may have some whitish bumps and may present with a sand papery feel. Scratching the area may lead to some discoloration or hyperpigmentation. An overlying dermatitis or fungal infection may also heighten itchiness. I suggest that you ask your physician about the right type of exfoliant here. I would not suggest exfoliating if a fungal infection is present.