Chicken skin, usually referred to as perifollicular keratosis, is a genetically induced constitution, and there is currently no clinical cure for this condition. Mild cases can be closely observed and cared for in the affected area. If necessary, the symptoms can be relieved by local topical medication, physical therapy or surgical treatment.
1. Pay attention to the care of the affected area: If the patient does not have any uncomfortable symptoms, avoid sun exposure, pay attention to local care, moisturizing, generally do not need special medication.
2. Topical medication: If the symptoms are obvious, you can use salicylic acid ointment, retinoic acid cream, etc., which can help relieve the symptoms.
3. Physical therapy: If the lesions are hypertrophic, laser, freezing, superficial X-ray irradiation, etc. can help improve the symptoms.
4. Surgery: For those who can’t be relieved by the above methods, especially for hypertrophic lesions, they can be treated by dermabrasion, and the effect is usually better. However, attention should be paid to the care of the affected area after surgery to avoid infection.
Keratosis pilaris patients do not have any discomfort, generally do not need special treatment, if there are related discomfort symptoms, it is recommended to go to the hospital in a timely manner, the above drugs and operations need to be used in accordance with medical advice.