I have a type of keratosis. Any cures?

Question

I've heard everything between having surgery and shaving it off. I've also heard that it goes away pretty quickly. Mine is spreading. I can't even find any pictures on medical sites that look like mine. Please help!

And yes, I have been to the doctor. C=

Answer 1

There are Keratosis Pilares kits available. Some of my clients have found that the Genesis Kit (you can look up Genesis Pharmaceutical, Inc. to order) has worked. About 5 years ago I had a patient that we tried microdermabrasions on & it worked.
Since this is not a conventional way of treating Keratosis (but I have seen great results), discuss this alternative with a reputable cosmetic/medical office.
Please don't try to shave the bumps! you could cause permanant scarring & a whole new problem.
Good Luck!

Answer 2

If you have Actinic keratosis here are some treatments.


Various modalities are employed in the treatment of actinic keratosis:

Cryosurgery, e.g. with liquid nitrogen, by "freezing off" the AKs.
5-fluorouracil (a chemotherapy agent): a cream that contains this medication causes AKs to become red and inflamed before they fall off.
Photodynamic therapy: this new therapy involves injecting a chemical into the bloodstream, which makes AKs more sensitive to any form of light.
Electrocautery: burning off AKs.
Immunotherapy: topical treatment with imiquimod (Aldara™), an immune enhancing agent
Different forms of surgery.
Regular follow-up after treatment is advised by many doctors. The regular checks are to make sure new bumps have not developed and that old ones haven't become thicker and/or have skin disease.

Answer 3

I also have keratosis pilaris. I've read that it could be caused by an Omega-3 deficiency. I've started taking fish oil supplements for a month now and I can see that it is starting to make a difference.

Answer 4

Get it taken off at the docs office.