Skin Health Care

Prevention of Acanthosis nigricans:

Acanthosis nigricans can not be prevented if it is hereditary, if for instance ment is caused by obesity, can be controlled with weight loss, or the case are certain drugs, can be controlled leaving to take them.

It is important to see a doctor for an evaluation of their health, if you notice any change in skin tone (regardless of area).

Diagnosis and treatment of Acanthosis nigricans

Acanthosis nigricans can be diagnosed by observing the appearance of the skin and in some cases by skin biopsy. The doctor may order blood tests, endoscopy or X-rays to rule out underlying diabetes or cancer.

Has not been established what the best treatment of the skin lesions of acanthosis nigricans. Among the symptomatic treatments include topical antibiotics, retinoids (topical and systemic) and keratolytic.

Although Acanthosis nigricans is an inflammatory disorder, topical corticosteroids have been used very high power for its stultifying effect.

However, the most effective treatment is weight loss and exercise leading to correct the underlying endocrine abnormality. The primary treatment should be then directed at the underlying cause.

Acanthosis nigricans Forecast

The appearance of these skin lesions may be an early sign that informs the development of serious problems, especially when accompanied by other factors such as family history of stroke, diabetes and hypertension, abdominal obesity, high triglycerides or low cholesterol “good” (HDL).

The presence of acanthosis nigricans in an obese patient reflects the presence of a serious biochemical disorder which must be corrected. Acanthosis nigricans often fades if the cause is discovered and treated.

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