Overview Of Keratosis Pilaris
Keratosis Pilaris is small, hard bumps appear on skin these are dead cells plugging follicles. It is commonly seen on arms, legs, back or buttocks. Eruption are red or brown in color & usually harmless. This condition worsens during winter.
Causes :
It is caused due to build-up of keratin. Keratin is a hard protein which protects the skin against infection & harmful substances. The keratin buildup form plug blocks the opening of the hair follicle. Many such plugs create hard rough bumpy skin called as Keratosis Pilaris. Exact cause of why it happens is unknown, but it is mostly associated with other skin condition like dry skin, Ichthyosis, atopic dermatitis & genetic diseases.
Symptoms :
- Red or brown small, rough bumps appear on skin typically on arms, thighs, back or buttocks
- Skin is usually dry & rough & worsen during cold climate.
- Sandpaper or goose flesh like appearance of skin.



