Keratosis Pilaris Symptoms, Causes and More
Article Sources
- 1. 'Keratosis Pilaris.' Nidirect, 12 Nov. 2019, www.nidirect.gov.uk/conditions/keratosis-pilaris
- 2. Admin. 'Gluten Causes Keratosis Pilaris(A.k.a. ‘Chicken Skin’): Fact or Myth?' Celiac Community Foundation of Northern California, 18 Feb. 2017, celiaccommunity.org/2016/gluten-keratosis-chicken-skin
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Who Is at Risk?
Keratosis pilaris is prevalent in children and adolescents who are genetically predisposed to skin conditions. The condition is noncontagious and normally disappears as adulthood approaches. Children with keratosis pilaris might have small bumps and reddish complexions.
Adults who have a history of dry skin and dermatitis are also at risk of developing keratosis pilaris. The skin condition is temporary, and adults can go through periods of time with no symptoms. Women are more at risk of developing the condition than men.
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