Follicular Hyperkeratosis

                                       


FOLLICULAR HYPERKERATOSIS

It is a skin condition characterized by thickening of outermost layer of skin due to the deposition of keratin in the hair follicles leading to the appearance of elevated cone shaped papules on the skin surface. It is commonly observed in children and subsides by the time they reach adolescence.





Causes:-

  • Vitamin A deficiency
  • Prolonged exposure to arsenic
  • Sensitivity to drugs like Vemurafenib or Dabrafenib
  • Other underlying conditions like lupus, scleroderma, eczema, psoriasis

Signs and Symptoms

It is usually self-diagnosable as per the appearance of the papules

Usually, the arms, thighs, cheeks, and buttocks are where the pimples are found.

They are usually painless and itchy, although they might be white or red at times.



Home remedies prevalent:-

  1. Limit bath time and use warm water. Long baths or showers with hot water eliminate oil from the skin.
  2. Treat the skin with gentleness. 
  3. Steer clear of drying, harsh soaps.
  4. Look into medicated creams.
  5. Apply moisturizer. 
  6. Turn on a humidifier.
  7. Steer clear of clothing friction. 

Medical treatment for this condition:-

The treatment provided is based on the presentation of symptoms:-


It covers a wide variety of drugs like Emollients and topical steroids
  • Corticosteroids
  • Keratolytic agents(agents which can break keratin and help in its resolution)
  • Immunomodulators
  • Calcineurin inhibitors
  • Retinoids
  • Nd-YAG laser
  • Sharp debridement of tissue to reduce pressure and inflammation
*Surgical treatment is of less relevance here.





Ref: NCBI and Mayo clinic
Disclaimer:- This article is only for informational purposes and contains relevant information pertaining to the latest problems faced by people around.
Advice:- Consult your physician immediately in case of any symptoms 

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