Keratosis Pilaris

[Meridian280]

I took my 2 year old to the dermatoligist due to the bumps, reddness and ruff texture on her arms and face. The doctor told me She had Keratosis Pilaris, and other than mild soaps, and lotions, she said there was nothing to really due.  I've been bathing her in Ivory soap and using Cetaphil lotion.
Her face looks better, but her arms and hands look worse, and her fingers and elbows look kind of spotted, from a distance they look like litte warts, but the skin isn't raised or anything.  
Is there something worse going on?
We do have a family history of Lupus, i myself have it.
Could the sunblocks we use now be irritating her condition?
It took 3 months to get an appointment with this dermatoligist, and I just want to understand if there is something wrong or not.

[jagesh50]

I dont think any thing more seems necessary,except to add a multivitamin drops like vimagna.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
Keratosis pilaris is a common genetic follicular condition that is manifested by the appearance of rough bumps on the skin like goose bumps and hence colloquially referred to as "chicken skin".
Keratosis pilaris occurs when the human body produces excess keratin, a natural protein in the skin. There is currently no known cure for keratosis pilaris, however, there are effective treatments available which make its symptoms less apparent. Treatment includes tretinoin or Triamcinolone cream or Adapalene, a retinoid medication. Exfoliation, intensive moisturizing creams, creams and lotions containing alpha hydroxy acids and urea may be used to temporarily improve the appearance and texture of affected skin.

Pls discuss these treatment options with your daughter’s dermatologist.

I hope that helps.Take care and pls do keep me posted on how you are doing or if you have any additional doubts.Kind regards.