The most effective methods for eliminating follicular keratinization include the following:
1. External medication treatment: Keratinolytic agents: using products containing salicylic acid, fruit acid, and other ingredients to soften the stratum corneum and improve the symptoms of hair follicle keratinization. Suitable for patients with mild follicular keratinization, attention should be paid to controlling the frequency and concentration of use to avoid excessive peeling and skin damage. Retinoic acid drugs: Retinoic acid drugs such as retinoic acid cream, adapalene gel, etc. can regulate the differentiation of epidermal cells and alleviate the symptoms of hair follicle keratinization. For patients with moderate to severe follicular keratosis, the effect is better, but it needs to be used under the guidance of a doctor and attention should be paid to possible side effects such as dry mouth and dandruff. Corticosteroid ointments: have anti-inflammatory effects, can reduce inflammatory reactions, and thus alleviate symptoms of hair follicle keratinization. Short term local use can be used to treat mild to moderate inflammatory skin diseases, but long-term large-scale use should be cautious to prevent side effects.
2. Oral medication treatment: Vitamin supplementation: Supplementing with vitamins A, E, etc. can help improve skin health and have a certain auxiliary effect on follicular keratinization. For example, vitamin A deficiency may lead to dry skin, which in turn exacerbates keratinization; Increasing intake appropriately can improve this situation. Oral administration of retinoids: Patients with severe conditions can follow the doctor's advice to take retinoids orally for treatment, but attention should be paid to drug side effects and contraindications.
3. Physical therapy and surgical treatment: Laser therapy: Using specific wavelengths of laser to destroy excessive hair follicle tissue, it is an effective and safe treatment method for patients with mild to moderate follicular keratosis. However, it should be noted that the frequency and dosage of laser treatment should be determined according to the condition. Cryotherapy: Liquid nitrogen cryotherapy can destroy the cellular structure of skin lesions, promote skin regeneration, and is also a feasible physical therapy method. Surgical treatment: For localized, stubborn, and hypertrophic follicular keratosis, surgical resection may be considered, but attention should be paid to the risks of surgery and postoperative care.
Patients should also pay attention to adjusting their dietary habits, avoiding high sugar and high-fat foods, and maintaining sufficient hydration to reduce the possibility of excessive keratinization. At the same time, regular exfoliation can also help improve symptoms, but be careful not to excessively exfoliate to avoid damaging the skin barrier. Maintaining skin cleanliness and appropriate sun protection are also important measures in daily life.