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Name	Web address	Description

Keratosis pilaris - Mayo Clinic	http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/keratosis-pilaris/DS00769	Keratosis pilaris is a common skin disorder. It's not serious. But it can be frustrating because it's difficult to treat. The disorder results from a buildup of keratin, a protein, in the opening of the hair follicles in the skin.

American Academy of Dermatology	http://www.aad.org/public/Publications/pamphlets/Dry+SKin+and+Keratosis+Pilaris.htm	Dry Skin and Keratosis Pilaris

eMedicine - Keratosis Pilaris	http://www.emedicine.com/derm/topic211.htm	Background: Keratosis pilaris (KP) is a disorder of hyperkeratosis. It is a very common benign condition that manifests as folliculocentric keratotic papules.

American Osteopathic College of Dermatology	http://www.aocd.org/skin/dermatologic_diseases/keratosis_pilaris.html	Keratosis pilaris is particularly common in teenagers on the upper arms. It may occur in babies where it tends to be most obvious on the cheeks.