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Keratosis Pilaris

Keratosis Pilaris Have you ever noticed a patch of itchy red bumps on your skin and not known what it was? You know… those ones that look like permanent goosebumps. This type of rash looks like dozens of tiny red bumps are grouped together and sometimes it’s referred to as ‘chicken skin’. If you’ve noticed this problem before and not been sure what it is or what to do, worry not! It’s actually a pretty common condition and the official name for it is keratosis pilaris. Keep on reading if you’ve experienced this and would like to know how to reverse and prevent this patchy rash that sometimes shows up on your thighs or arms. Keratosis Pilaris is a condition that mainly affects the upper arms on the back and it can also show up on the backs of your thighs. There are more rare forms of keratosis that can affect the eyebrows, face, and sometimes even the scalp. In extremely rare cases, the rash can cover your entire body. It’s a genetic skin disorder, so if this happens to you, you can t