What Are Those Little Red Bumps?

Main Category: Dermatology
Also Included In: Genetics
Article Date: 23 Sep 2009 - 2:00 PDT

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What are those little red bumps? They may be Keratosis Pilaris (KP), a genetic skin condition resulting from a build up of dead skin cells in hair follicles, causing patches of little red bumps that nag 40 percent of the world's population.(1,2)

There is no cure for Keratosis Pilaris, but leading dermatologists, like Dr. Alan Fleischer, professor and chair of the department of dermatology at Wake Forest University School of Medicine, recommends keeping skin moisturized with a moisturizer containing lactic acid, like AmLactin((R)), which may help minimize the dry skin associated with KP. Be sure to see a dermatologist to confirm the diagnosis since other medical conditions can mimic KP.

Littleredbumps.com, a website devoted to the management of the dry skin associated with Keratosis Pilaris, is brought to you by the AmLactin((R)) family of moisturizers. AmLactin((R)) is the #1 recommended moisturizer by dermatologists and is available without a prescription(3).

About Keratosis Pilaris

There is no cure for Keratosis Pilaris (KP) and the cause remains unknown, however it tends to run in families.(2) People with KP may experience flesh-colored or red bumps around hair follicles on the upper arms, thighs, buttocks, and cheeks, extremely dry skin and, in some cases, itching.(1,2) It is important to be aware that other medical conditions can mimic KP, so people with these symptoms should visit a doctor to confirm a diagnosis.

Littleredbumps.com and The AmLactin((R)) family of moisturizers are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any medical condition. Some skin conditions may be worsened by moisturizers, so people should always follow their doctor's skin care recommendations.

AmLactin((R))

The AmLactin((R)) family of moisturizers are the number one dermatologist and podiatrist recommended brand of moisturizers(1,3,4) and are readily available without a prescription at fine retailers nationwide and online. For more information, visit www.amlactin.com.

Upsher-Smith

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References

1. http://www.aad.org/public/publications/pamphlets/skin_dry.html

2. Nili, A. Keratosis Pilaris. September 2008

3. Most recommended moisturizing product for rough, dry skin. Omnibus Study. Dermatology Times. 2008.

4. Kloos Donoghue S. Podiatry management annual practice survey. Podiatry Management. February 2009.

Source: Upsher-Smith Laboratories, Inc