Today we're talking about a skin condition that affects around 40% of adults, at least 50% of adolescents, and yet is horribly misunderstood. Including how to pronounce it... Keratosis pilaris, also known as 'chicken skin'.

Dr Li-Chuen Wong joins Shazzy today to clear up the confusion. 

CREDITS

Host: Sharon 'Shazzy' Hunt

Producer: Gia Moylan

Audio Producer: Leah Porges

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