Skin Problem!!!???

I have his red rash like thing on my arms, it sorta looks like razor burn. But i dont shave my arms so that cant be it. its also not exama. I have been to two different demitoligists and they both say there is nothing i can do for it. I know there has to be something to help with. since it is getting warmer i am wearing short sleves and tank tops and this thing on my arm makes me feel very bad about myself. If there is aything you can suggest please tell me|||It's called keratosis polaris ... it's a very common genetic condition affecting an estimated 40 to 50% of the adult population and approximately 50 to 80% of all adolescents. It is manifested by the appearance of rough bumps on the skin and referred to as "chicken skin". It most often appears on the back and outer sides of the upper arms and can also occur on the thighs and tops of legs, flanks and buttocks.





It occurs as excess keratin, a natural protein in the skin, accumulates within the hair follicles forming hard plugs. Though people with keratosis pilaris experience this condition year round, it’s during the colder months when moisture levels in the air are lower that the problem can become exacerbated and the “goose bumps” are apt to look and feel more pronounced in color and texture.





There is currently no known cure however, there are effective treatments available which make its symptoms less apparent. The condition often improves with age and can even disappear completely in adulthood, though some will show signs of keratosis pilaris for life. Treatments are largely symptomatic and must be repeated. Regardless, exfoliation, intensive moisturizing cremes, lac-hydrin, Retin A and medicated lotions containing alpha hydroxy acids or urea may be used to temporarily improve the appearance and texture of affected skin. Milk baths may provide some cosmetic improvement due to the lactic acid — a natural alpha hydroxy acid in milk. Sunlight may also be helpful but increases risk of skin cancer. Small amounts of vitamin A can be used orally but only with exteme caution due to potential for liver damage. Check with a Dermatologist or Family Doctor before taking extra vitamin A due to the vitamins' potential toxic effects.





Scratching and picking at the bumps causes them to redden (if they do not already appear red), and in many cases will cause bleeding. Excessive picking can lead to scarring. Wearing clothing that is looser around the affected areas can also help reduce the marks, as constant chafing from clothing (such as tight fitting jeans) is similar to repeatedly scratching the bumps.





Food allergies may also exacerbate the condition, causing hyper-keratosis pilaris, gluten being a common culprit.|||try microdermabration. you know those rotating brushes.|||Maybe its an allergy? Or maybe it is acne, use a loofah to scrub and open the pores, sit in the tub, moisturize, ... basically treat that skin nicely! Try it for a week and see if it helps.|||That sounds like Keratosis pilaris(kara-toe-sis pill-air-is) a condition in which the skin exhibits redness ans irritation in patch-like patterns, accompanied by a rough texture and small pinpoint papules. It's a oil gland disorder,MOST doctors have been successful in treating it by glycolic or lactic acid solutions. Make sure you talk to a good dermatologist about it ans not try doing a treatment yourself.|||Sounds like keratosis pilaris to me.