and have had them for years. dont know how they got there..they aren't zits, more like freckles, but i'd really like to get rid of them. could it be something im eating? ive also heard that if you dont get sufficient sunlight the spots on your arms appear,but have never heard of them appearing on yer inner thighs....help would be much appreciated!
2006-10-30 06:19:37 · 6 answers · asked by Clara Cando 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
That sounds alot like Keratosis Pilaris:
Keratosis Pilaris (KP) - a common benign eruption consisting of scaly papules of the follicles; primarily affects the extensor surfaces of the arms and thighs.
Keratosis Pilaris (KP) is a very common skin condition often referred to as "chicken skin". If you have keratosis pilaris, you are not alone. Worldwide, keratosis pilaris affects an estimated 40 to 50% of the adult population and approximately 50 to 80% of all adolescents. Varying in degree, cases of KP can range from minimal to severe.
Most people with keratosis pilaris don't know they have it. While KP resembles goosebumps, it is characterized by the appearance of small, rough bumps on the skin. Primarily, it appears on the back and outer sides of the upper arms, but can also occur on thighs and buttocks or any body part except palms or soles. (Often confused with acne.)
Keratosis pilaris is unsightly but completely harmless. KP tends to be worse during the winter months or other times of low humidity when the skin dries out. It may also occur and/or worsen among pregnant women or show up after childbirth.
Keratosis Pilaris (KP) cannot be cured, but it can be treated.
2006-10-30 06:34:10 · answer #1 · answered by rabbit0102030 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have something similar, especially on my upper arms and thighs. I found that the best way to "smooth them out" is to do dry body brushing before you get in the shower. (Buy a body brush and use long, upward strokes towards the heart) Once in the shower, use a body scrub (detox ones are pretty good) on one of those body scrubbing mop things and give them a good scrub. Once out and dry, use plenty of good body moisturiser and you'll be amazed at the difference.
I actually exposed my arms this summer for the first time in years because I noticed such a difference!
Good Luck!
2006-10-30 07:05:47 · answer #2 · answered by lululaluau 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-04-27 19:39:58 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You really need to read "Banish My Bumps" by Angela Steinberg (also available in electronic format here: http://www.banishbumps.com ). It's about how to permanently cure your Keratosis Pilaris naturally. I was able to clear my skin in only 7 days after reading this.
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2014-09-12 07:48:38 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
may be a heat rash,also look towards your wash powder and soaps you use,if you have freckle its part of who you are ,so just except them
2006-10-30 06:34:19 · answer #5 · answered by angie n 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they r probably insect bite or just spots u get wen u scatch or scrape them
2006-10-30 06:23:05 · answer #6 · answered by chio h 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋