My Granddaughter has rough bumps on her face and the back of her arms. Description: red bumps and some have whiteheads, feels like sand paper. The doctor says nothing can be done about it. Do any of you have any suggestions? I have tried different soaps and drying creams yet nothing seems to work.
My son and daughter have these. There really is nothing you can do about them. They are genetic also. I have them and so does my brother. They will slowly get better over the years, but will always be there. You have to make sure to moisturize the areas everyday and that helps them become softer. I hope this helps.
I have had those since I was 12 (am now 25) and there really is nothing you can do. They eventually will fade away. Now I have almost no spots on my arms, but they do get worse in the summertime. Try using Cocoa Butter lotion on them, as moisturizing helps minimize their appearance. Dry skin only makes them worse!
you do have to keep the skin moist... you might want to try Renew... it works great and is safe for you little ones skin... I use it on my baby...need info on it let me know
Cheryl
hi karly. i have dealt with the same skin condition all my life. my doc once told me that it was underdeveloped hair follicles. there isn't really a cure and most times it is genetic. but i have found over the years that scrubbing with st ives appricot scrub helps reduce some of the bumps, also exposure to uv light(tanning beds), but she's too young for that, plus skin cancer risks, and olso using skin care products that are labeled for sensitve skin or noncomodigenic(SP?), which just means it won't clog pores. hope this helps.
Hi, I had something similar after the births of both my son and daughter and was told it had to do with my hormones. After a couple of months it went away. Could she be going through puberty a little early? Also, my Mother had a horrible reddish rash over her arms face (and some of her body) and was told it was something called "Fifths Disease", then when it didn't go away she was told it was most likely an allergic reaction to "something". Have you been to a dermatologist? Also try washing her clothes and sheets (anything that comes in contact with her skin) in perfume/dye free detergent and try to find organic scent free soap and shampoo. Best of luck to both of you!
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I had the same thing after the birth of my second child, Doctor said 'nothing can be done'....went to dermatologist, same thing. Finally mentioned it to my OB/GYN (female) and she said it had to do with hormones being slightly out of whack and to try the cleanser "CETAPHYL" and use "EUCERIN" lotion. It took a few more weeks, (of using it daily) but it worked great. Now I use that combo on my 2 yr. old daughter's ezxema. She also gets those bumps on the backs of her arms. The cetaphyl is a little expensive, but worth it! It's not a soap, but it is a cleanser and can be used with or without water. Good luck!
Try having her wash her face using original Noxema at night before bed. It removes dirt and oil, but also moisturizes without overdoing it. Try staying away from anything harsh, abrasive, or overly drying as this will probably just aggravate her skin and make the situation worse.
That almost sounds like a condition called Keratosis Pilaris. I have something similar on the back of my arms. It feels like constantly dry skin bumps. Although there are several things you can buy, I began using Eucerin lotion on my arms and it really helps alot; at least in making them feel smoother. I don't know if it would have the same effect on the face or not but it is worth a shot. You can buy it a most any store. Here is a website about that particular condition. http://www.helpforkp.com/
I hope this helps you some.
Hi Karly, My daughter has also had this problem...the thing we have found that has helped her was when we started using Melaleuca's products. The Renew lotion is simply some of the best lotion I have ever used. Also, I use their laundry products and that has made a big difference for all of us. She also now uses their products in the shower. I don't know if it's any one specific product or a combination of all of them but it has made a difference for her.
It sounds a little like what my daughter has she uses Elladel We get it from her Dr. I think I may Have spelled it wrong but I think you can understand it It works realy well.
Hi, we have an 8 year old son who has had the same problem for about 2 years. We were connected to an infectious disease doctor for some other reasons and she noticed the bumps. She said it is a sign of yeast over growth in his gut. She put him on a perscription yeast pill, along with daily fish oils and the bumps have disappeared. His behavior has also gotten much better. Yeast over growth in the gut can cause so many other symptoms, like ADD, hyperactivity, etc. Normal doctors do not know to look for these things. So many doctors here that we took him to, just wanted to label him ADD and put him on meds. The want to mask the symptoms, instead of looking for the cause. Hope this helps and God Bless you with your granddaughter.
prayers do indeed work.try exfiolating and hyrocortisone cream on the arms first to seeif it helps then try on the face..
I want to edit my answer- I've since learned more!!
I believe your granddaughter has the same skin condition I do. It is call Keratosis Pilaris. If you go to a dermatologist, they can give you a special lotion that will help (and it was really inexpensive). Unfortunately, the lotion only gets rid of the symptoms, and if you stop the bumps come right back. But, I have found that using the lotion everyday after getting out of the shower helps.
Debra
If it is the same thing I have, using moisture will help. I have had this my whole life, as does my brother. It is worse when the heating is on in the winter.
Best ways to treat it....drink lots of water. The products I have found most successful are from Arbonne. I use the moisurizing serum first, and then the thick lotion. Once a week I use a very mild abrasive to exfoliate.
Hope this helps!
Have you tried a BufPuf or loofah?
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Tiffany
Hello Karly,
Both of my kids have the same skin condition, as do I. Unfortunately, the doctors are right, nothing can be done to "cure" the problem. Our pediatrician suggested that we not bathe them in hot water, and if possible, bathe only every other day. Apparently this condition has to due with dry skin that builds up around the pores. Hot water will cause the skin to dry more. I use a bath sponge and gently scrub the area. As soon as they get out of the shower I use lotion/moisturizer. It helps; it doesn't eliminate all of the bumps, but it helps. On their arms I like to use Eucerin. It's more expensive than regular lotion, but it work well. I hope these suggestions help. Have a blessed day!
In God's Love,
Tammy
"Walk by Faith, not by sight."
Hi Karly!
My understanding is that it is a case of Eczema. My daughter (age 5) also has it as well as my 15 month old son. It is a hereditary trait and most kids grow out of it by age 5. However, about 30-40% have patchy areas like that for life. I would suggest after bath time putting "Eucerine cream" on the patches after they have been exposed to the water for 15-20 minutes. This will help seal in moisture. Also cortisone cream for a few days in a row to get the reddness under control. If you cant get the Eucerine you can also use vasoline. Both of them are greasy but help with moisture retention. Some kids also respond well after taking an allergy medication ie..zyrtec, claritin, benadryl. As well as the other treatment listed above. I am new on here and I hope this helps!
Karen~
I've had the patches on the back of my arms for my whole life. A few years back a doctor prescribed a topical cream to me that really helped. It didn't clear it up entirely though. I just can't remember the name. I would ask again because there obviously is something that will at least help!
Hi Gram,
Another Gram here.....my grandson has the same thing. Usually goes away in the summer with the sun. Also,his dad would shower with him and use "dial"..believe it or not the rash seemed to lessin when dial was used. Seems a bit harsh, I always used aloe soaps or oatmeal. Hydrocortisone creams do help as well. Also, I'm sure "gram" gives her multivitamens, they seem to help. Otherwise, good luck grams.....she's at a rough age..but then, every age seems rough. I have an anger issue as well,especially when I think of the world we've left them. Know what I mean? Have a wonderful Easter, and miracles do happen through prayers.
Their is a cream out that seems to be a miracle worker. My daughter had very dry skin called eczema and her friend has the same problem both myself and her mother bought this cream at CVS price about $15.00 a jar its called CeraVe moisturizing cream.