Dry skin

[Cindy]

Would like treatment information for the following condition.  Child 10yrs old. Areas affected are back of the arms, legs, some on side of face(mild). Appearance: pores are red with dry scablike formations.  Skin is not itchy, no complaints from child.  Just gets attention from others, ex: "What's wrong with your skin?"

[Alan Rockoff, MD]

Cindy:

I'm not sure.  If it doesn't itch, it probably isn't eczema.  It may be a hereditary skin condition called keratosis pilaris (bumps in the areas you describe in other relatives?)  Try an OTC lotion containing an alpha-hydroxy acid or 20% urea (check with druggist) and gentle rubbing with a loofah or Buf-Puf a few seconds a day.  Also, shoe the pediatrician next time.

Best.

Dr. Rockoff

[Cindy]

Dear Cindy and Phil,
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