Keratosis Pilaris

Other Names : KP, follicular keratosis, lichen pilaris, colloquially "chicken skin
Keratosis pilaris (KP) is a common, autosomal dominant, genetic follicular condition characterized by the appearance of rough, slightly red bumps on light skin and brown bumps on darker skin.[1] It most often appears on the back, outer sides of the upper arm (though the forearm can also be affected), face, thighs, and buttocks;[1] KP can also occur on the hands, and tops of legs, sides, or any body part except glabrous skin (like the palms or soles of feet).[2] Often the lesions will appear on the face, which may be mistaken for acne.

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