skin problem

[leena700]

i have tiny dots all over my legs and some in my arms as well. And i have had them since i was a child. If i dug them out there is a hair underneath them. They do not each or anything but i want a smooth skin and not dotted one . what can i do ? i often moisturize my skin.

[leena700]

thanks a lot !!!

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
Your symptoms are suggestive of keratosis pilaris. It 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.

I suggest you to get an evaluation done from a dermatologist. It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.