The scientific name for goose bumps is keratosis pilaris, and keratosis pilaris appears on the feet and can usually be relieved with retinoids.
Keratosis pilaris does not usually require specific treatment, but if you do have a desire for treatment, you may consider retinoids.
The mechanism of retinoic acid treatment of perifollicular keratosis is to promote the synthesis of DNA and increase the rate of mitosis in the hair layer, so that the epithelial cells can be normalized keratinization, reduce keratinization insufficiency, and thicken the granular layer. Effective synthetic retinoic acids commonly used include isotretinoin, avitamin E, and Avianol.
However, the side effects of such drugs are obvious, common dry skin, dry mouth, dry eyes, and even affect the liver function and blood lipids, so the use of drugs need to strictly follow the doctor’s instructions, regular monitoring of liver function, blood lipids, etc., before and during the use of drugs, and women of childbearing age is prohibited.
Patients should avoid sun exposure, strengthen local skin moisturizing, avoid scratching and scalding and other stimuli. It is recommended that patients go to a regular hospital in time to see a doctor if they feel unwell, and follow the doctor’s instructions for symptomatic treatment.