Gallery [edit] Keratosis Pilaris on Back Keratosis pilaris on lower extremity Keratosis pilaris on the back of the upper arm Keratosis pilaris on arm Skin plugs removed from a person with keratosis pilaris Treatment [edit] Topical creams and lotions are currently the most commonly used treatment for KP, specifically those consisting of moisturizing or keratolytic treatments, including urea, lactic acid, glycolic acid, salicylic acid, vitamin D, fish oil, or topical retinoids such as tretinoin
Most research protocols draw from three main options: bacteriostatic water, sterile water for injection, and, for a smaller set of compounds, a dilute acetic acid solution
This is best utilized when a caregiver or partner is administering the injection for you, as it can be difficult to pinch the skin and inject simultaneously on your own arm
Krysiak R, Okopien B
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