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Keratosis Pilaris aka Chicken Skin

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?

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"Genetic disease" is a scam.  Dr. Bruce Lipton proved that in 1967 when he first cloned stem cells--yes, that tech is OLD.  He also proved environment causes change, not "genetics."  What you have is a result of YEARS even GENERATIONS eating toxic meat and animal products.  

Do you eat GMO meat?  Then not only can you start growing hair where you don't want it, but you could even grow horns.  No, I'm not kidding.  Google image search "old lady with horns."  So don't sleep on this.  You need to IMMEDIATELY get on an all organic diet, take plenty of vitamin supplements, and drink reverse osmosis water with food grade h2o2.  You'll have to look that up to see what's right for you.  The fact you have issues with yeast proves you're eating cow products, probably milk, and TONS of toxins.  

Yeast builds up in our body as a resonse to toxic invaders.  Because yeast is TARTARic acid, it burns through many parasites (viruses, bacteria, fungus).  Unfortunately, it back-builds far too much then Keratin comes in and takes over plugging pores causing "chicken skin." (WTF kind of diagnosis is that from a "doctor" -- I could do better)  Use apple cidar vinegar for immediate relief, then GO OUT AND BUY REAL SOAP.  Most soap is made with animal products; the same ones we're poisoning ourselves with.  Buy Kirk's Castille soap, it's the real deal and very hardcore.  Made with real lye and not animal fat.  But you must change your eating habits or the cures are for naught.  

Go organic, and eat fish.  Fish have long Telomeres -- THE IMMORTALITY GENE.  And eating them can literally extend your life and why Chinese and Japanese used to live so long....before we gave them McDonalds.  So take care of your food and toxin intake, do those cures and the rest will fall into place.
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hi
i am only 15 and have had karatosis pilaris since i was about 7
i am very embarrassed about it and i hate my legs and the back of my arms. i no confidence any more no one has ever seen my legs before because i am to embarrassed to show them not even my mum. im going on holiday in 3months with my mum and a few friends and want to have nice legs so i can have a good time. so i was wondering if you have anything that will help to get rid of it for good with in that 3 months please help me!!:(
ThankYou
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I think the only treatment is to heal our minds..we have to forget it n move on in life..the more we think about, the more it makes us feel sick..we must take life positively n be confident enough to face it..i know its easier said than done..but lets focus on more beautiful things in life !!
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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.
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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?
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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.
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