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Keratosis Pilaris Rubra

Keratosis pilaris rubra is a skin condition where rough, bumpy spots appear on the skin. It occurs genetically, and in some cases, hair follicles become plugged with keratin. It is treated by taking emollients, keratolytic agents, topical corticosteroids, and topical retinoids.

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How do keratosis pilaris on penis look like?

Query: Hello doctor, I have spots all over my body, prominently on the back of my arms and chest. I have a habit of picking them and white stuff comes out when I do. They are also all over my scrotum and the sides of my shaft (penis). They appear to be where hairs are, but my dermatologist ruled out follic...  Read Full »


Dr. Atishay Bukharia

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please send photographs of the lesion as I am unable to get your problem. If you cannot pop it out, then probably they are not folliculitis.   Read Full »

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