What is keratosis pilaris?
Keratosis pilaris is a genetic disorder involving the hair follicles of the skin. It is an extremely common benign condition that is characterized by small, rough papules (skin elevations), often described as chicken bumps, chicken skin, or goose bumps.
How do members experience keratosis pilaris?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with keratosis pilaris*
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Stress
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Fatigue
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Depressed mood
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Anxious mood
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for keratosis pilaris*
Who has keratosis pilaris on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 1 | |
| 20s | 10 | |
| 30s | 26 | |
| 40s | 34 | |
| 50s | 10 | |
| 60s | 6 | |
| 70+ | 2 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 19 | |
| Female | 67 |