There are benign and malignant forms of acanthosis nigricans. Benign forms are mainly treated with medication and physical therapy, while malignant forms are mainly treated with radiotherapy and chemotherapy.
1. Benign acanthosis nigricans: it can be treated by taking vitamin A orally, applying retinoic acid gel locally, and also applying coal tar sulfate ointment, hydroquinone cream, cod liver oil ointment, etc. In addition, if there are skin lesions locally, it can be treated by some physical therapy. In addition, if there are localized skin lesions, it can also be treated by some physical methods, including laser, electrocautery and so on.
2. Malignant acanthosis nigricans: radiotherapy and chemotherapy are needed, and the corresponding drugs should be chosen according to the specific cause of the disease; in addition, malignant tumors of internal organs should be actively explored, and surgery should be carried out as early as possible.
In addition to the above treatments, acanthosis nigricans should also be treated according to the cause, if it is caused by obesity and medication, it can be cured after eliminating the cause of the disease. All of the above medications should be used under the guidance of a doctor, to avoid the occurrence of adverse reactions to self-medication.