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Is Keratosis Pilaris Curable ?
Question: Is keratosis pilaris curable ?
I m a 25yr old woman suffering from keratosis pilaris since the last 8yrs on my upper arms and back.
I m a 25yr old woman suffering from keratosis pilaris since the last 8yrs on my upper arms and back.
Brief Answer:
It is treatable
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Yes keratosis pilaris is treatable.
Just apply a mixture of urea and salicylic acid cream.
You will get response in 15 days.
However there is possibility that it may reappear.
If you keep applying the cream regularly, there will be a lasting response.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you
It is treatable
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Yes keratosis pilaris is treatable.
Just apply a mixture of urea and salicylic acid cream.
You will get response in 15 days.
However there is possibility that it may reappear.
If you keep applying the cream regularly, there will be a lasting response.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you
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