Sutcco Keratosis

I have stucco keratosis on my legs.  It's pretty much all over them especially from the knees down.  Does anyone else have this and has had successful treatment?  

Thanks!
njw

[merciles33]

I have the same condition and have so far found nothing to help. My lower legs are covered in them. My sister has this as well, but only a few on her legs.

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

It would be best to consult a skin specialist and get a proper clinical examination done to find out the cause of your symptoms.

'Stucco keratosis is a keratotic papule that is usually found on the distal lower acral extremities of males.
Different methods or a combination of methods can be used to remove the lesions. The most common methods in practice are liquid nitrogen therapy and curettage.'

You could read more about this at the following link -

http://www.emedicine.com/derm/topic407.htm

Let us know about what your specialist advises and if you have any other doubts.

Regards.

[njw753]

I've been to two dermatologists and they say there is nothing that can be done.  I exfoliate and it smooths them down but then they come back again.  

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

You should reconsult with your skin specialist and if you are still not convinced - you should take another opinion.

A proper clinical examination would be required before anything can be said with surety. Do not exfoliate the lesions too vigorously and without consultation with your doctor.

Let us know about what your specialist advises and if you have any other doubts.

Regards.