Warning Signs Of Keratosis Pilaris

Redness And Inflammation

Redness and inflammation are not typical symptoms of keratosis pilaris. Frequently, if the skin is red and irritated, it is a sign of another medical condition. However, keratosis pilaris can become red and inflamed. When this occurs, patients tend to experience symptoms that may require treatment by a dermatologist. Studies have shown that when the skin becomes red and inflamed with keratosis pilaris, it is nearly always because of contact with an irritating material. For example, a teenager who wraps up in a wool blanket might suffer an allergic reaction that causes their skin to become inflamed. Keratosis pilaris can add to the discomfort because the patches of dry skin may flake or be very itchy. Sometimes inflammation occurs because of a bacterial infection, which needs to be treated with antibiotics.