what could this be, i have asthma... could it be related?
and how can i treat this, i had this way back when i was 6-7 years old, now im 26, its not itchy or anything
2007-03-13 18:02:05 · 3 answers · asked by beast from the east 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
I'm going out on a limb here, but could it be keratosis pilaris? Check the first link below for a picture. KP usually appears on the back of arms, but can also be found on the legs, face, torso, butt - basically anywhere except the palms and soles. Some people have red spots that are relatively smooth, others tend to be more bumpy, like permanent goosebumps. I've had it since I was a child, and I'm 38. It's no big deal - common and harmless, but ugly and annoying. It's caused by a buildup of keratin (the stuff your hair and nails are made of) in the hair follicle, causing a hard little plug. You can treat it with lotions that contain alpha hydroxy acids and urea. See the second website for more details.
Also, believe it or not, KP and asthma often occur together, as does eczema.
2007-03-13 18:14:21 · answer #1 · answered by swbiblio 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i had a rash from the time i was10 tell i was 19, i finally figured out is was, my laundry soap I'm25 now and haven't had it since. free and clear detergents only this my not be your problem, but it's good to have option's.
2007-03-13 18:20:20 · answer #2 · answered by !!@!! 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Rub some tea tree oil on. You might have a fungus.
2007-03-13 18:13:00 · answer #3 · answered by Konswayla 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋