DEAR DR. GOTT: I have really bad keratosis pilaris all over my back, thighs stomach, and the backs of my arms. I have seen doctors about this but they just gave me a cream (Amlactin) that didn’t really help and told me the only way to get rid of it was with laser surgery. Are there any other remedies you have found to cure or lessen the symptoms of this skin disorder?
DEAR READER: Keratosis pilaris is a benign but common skin condition that causes keratin (a protein) to form hard plugs within hair follicles. It appears to run in families and is more commonly found in those who already suffer from very dry skin or eczema.
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