DON'T GIVE UP

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Originally posted by HI

To everyone out there with this nasty condition...do not give up hope. I have had and still do have (to quite a lesser extent) KP since I hit puberty. I'm talking extreme, arms, legs, back, butt etc...It caused me great grief and mental anguish. I also at one point thought about killing myself, because of the social/romantic/intimate factors. I started doing research about the condition a few years ago, and have been vigilant in keeping up with all the latest info and treatments people have tried. I know many people have tried accutane to no avail, but it really worked for me. YES, it did dry out my skin, lips and really chapped my hands to the point of cracking and constant soreness...BUT after stopping things returned to normal AND the KP on my legs, butt, chest and torso had cleared up!! I still have some on my upper arms, but have been successful in fighting that with lots and lots of water drinking, vitamins A, B, C, Zinc and Flax seed oil. I am so happy! I even have a great girlfriend now! Keep fighting all!!!