Keratosis pilaris is otherwise known as follicular keratosis. It is a skin condition showing rough patches with acne-like bumps on the skin. This condition occurs when the skin produces more keratin. It often occurs on the arms, thighs, cheeks, and buttocks. Applying medicated creams helps to improve its appearance.
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I have a red spot on my palm and sole. What could it be?
Query: Hello doctor, What is that red spot on my palm and sole of my feet that is painless and rough and firm in texture? It started first as a firm red spot and when I tried to scratch it, it peeled off. It is not itchy and those firm spots that I scratch peel and become pink while those I do not peel rem... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on your description, it sounds like you may have calluses or thickened areas of skin called keratosis pilaris (KP). KP is a common skin condition that can affect the arms, legs, and other areas of the body. It often appears as small, rough, and red or pink bumps... Read Full »
I am having eruptions on my forearms since past two months. What can be done?
Query: Hi doctor, I have been having these eruptions on my forearms since past two months. They are not painful and cannot be popped. But they take a long time to disappear and look prominent. What are these and can they be stopped from re-occurring? I had them last year too during summers and they disapp... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. From these two photos (attachment removed to protect patient identity), it is visible that lesions are little inflamed and red. It is indicating folliculitis. Non-bacterial folliculitis can be non painful. Specially pityrosporum folliculitis. Keratosis pilaris is a con... Read Full »
Is there any way to treat bumps present all over the legs?
Query: Hi doctor, I have these bumps all over my legs, arms, and in the back of my legs. I have these bumps all the time, and no scrubs work. So, I was wondering if there is any treatment. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I saw your clinical pictures (attachment removed to protect patient identity). You have follicle-oriented keratotic papules (bumps) on your thighs, and it is called keratosis pilaris. It is a condition where there will be an accumulation of blackish keratotic material at... Read Full »
I have rashes and bumps on my thighs. Should I be concerned?
Query: Hi doctor,I have rashes or bumps on the sides of my thigh. They do not bother me, nor do they go away. Some of them appear like purple and red spots. They also appear on my stomach and buttocks. I have had this for the past four years. Please help.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to Icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I have reviewed the pictures sent (attachments removed to protect the patient's privacy). It seems you have Keratosis pilaris (a condition that causes rough patches or bumps) or ingrown hairs. The most common cause of ingrown hairs is shaving, w... Read Full »
I have tiny red raised spots on my inner arms. Should go in to see a doctor about it?
Query: Hi doctor, I have some tiny red spots on my inner arms. I have had it for a few days. They are slightly raised, but not much at all, and they do not itch or hurt. I do have psoriasis on my ankle, which I have had for a few months now. I also had a UTI and took antibiotics to treat it a little more ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Is it one forearm or both? Is there any history of travel or stay in a new place like a hotel or camping? Is there any history of gardening, or playing outdoors? Considering the history and after seeing the clinical picture (attachment removed to protect patient identity)... Read Full »
Query: Hello, I have tiny pink bumps (some are smooth) all over the underside of my forearms, top of hands a few above my forearms. They do not itch and are not painful. I have had them for a few days. I am currently on a few medications for ADHD but have been taking them for a while. I have anxiety so I ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your query and concern and examined your picture (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). It seems you have developed Pityriasis rosea. Pityriasis rosea (PR) is a self-limiting eruption, which means it will subside on its own after a specif... Read Full »
I have bumps that are hard and painful to pop on the back of my arms. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor,I have bumps on the back of my arms and have no idea how to get rid of them. They are pimple-like, but really hard and painful to pop. I have had them for years since I was a teenager. Please help.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern. With your descriptions, it seems either you have Keratosis pilaris (KP) or Acne vulgaris. It can be confirmed if you revert with a picture. Keratosis pilaris (KP) is a genetic disorder of keratinization of hair follic... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor,I occasionally get pimple-like bumps on my lower back and on the top of my hips. These bumps are mildly painful and resolve in two to three days. They usually leave behind a dark mark that stays for a while. Can you tell me what this is and how can I get it resolved? Also is there anyth... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. It looks like you have recurrent folliculitis, a superficial bacterial infection of hair follicles. There can be several causes of this, but not limited to repeated removal of hair, friction, etc. Keratosis pilaris lesions can sometimes... Read Full »
Keratosis pilaris has not subsided with the use of Cerave. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I need help with resolving chicken skin or KP. I have it on my cheeks, and they look really bad. I have been using CeraVe, which helps with the bumps but not the redness. I have had this issue all my life. Kindly advise on what I should do. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. As per the history provided, keratosis pilaris on cheeks appears due to the thickening and accumulation of dead cells around the follicular areas where facial hair erupts. They may be present on and off and usually... Read Full »
I tried treatment for keratosis pilaris but with no improvement.
Query: Hello doctor, I have had milia on my face, specifically under the eye, for the past two years and keratosis pilaris from birth. I underwent an allopathic treatment for keratosis pilaris, but nothing helped. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I reviewed your query. Milia under the eyes are due to excess sebum production leading to clogging of the pores under the eyes. They are harmless. Keratosis pilaris is the formation of thick dead cells, which are the superficial layer of the... Read Full »
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