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Successful Treatment of Keratosis Pilaris Rubra with Pulsed Dye Laser
Author(s) -
Schoch Jennifer J.,
Tollefson Megha M.,
Witman Patricia,
Davis Dawn M.R.
Publication year - 2016
Publication title -
pediatric dermatology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.542
H-Index - 73
eISSN - 1525-1470
pISSN - 0736-8046
DOI - 10.1111/pde.12892
Subject(s) - medicine , dermatology , keratosis , intense pulsed light , pityriasis rubra pilaris , psoriasis
Background Keratosis pilaris rubra is a common but rarely reported condition characterized by follicular‐based hyperkeratotic papules on a background of erythema. It can be embarrassing and symptomatic for patients, particularly adolescent boys. We sought to explore the efficacy of pulsed dye laser ( PDL ) in the treatment of keratosis pilaris rubra. Methods Eight patients were treated with PDL for keratosis pilaris rubra. Results All patients reported noticeable improvement after one to four treatments. Conclusions PDL is an effective, easily accessible, and underused therapy in the treatment of keratosis pilaris rubra.