Don’t take skin problems lightly, start with daily life

4. Folliculitis: small red papules; they often occur on the cheeks, scalp, chest and back. The main cause is bacterial infection.

When should I seek medical attention?

Mr. Li, 55 years old, found several small bumps on his neck and armpits. They were not painful or itchy but affected his appearance. He cut them off by himself, which led to skin inflammation and infection. The doctor diagnosed them as skin polyps, cured the patient with laser, and recommended that he adjust his diet and lifestyle to prevent recurrence.

Cases like Mr. Li’s are not uncommon. People usually deal with such skin problems on their own, such as using scissors, tying and pulling with string, or even burning with cigarette butts, which often lead to bleeding and infection of the wound. The safest approach is to seek professional help. Doctors will take the following effective treatment methods:

・Skin polyps and hyperkeratosis: Treatment with laser or electrocautery. New laser technologies, such as carbon dioxide lasers, can more precisely remove polyps and reduce the risk of recurrence.

Flat warts: cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen is used, and ointments or drugs are prescribed to prevent viral transfer. The latest immunotherapy shows that specific immunomodulators can effectively inhibit the growth of flat warts.

・Folliculitis: Treat with antibiotics.

In fact, skin polyps, skin keratosis and skin warts are usually benign hyperplasia and do not require special treatment. However, if skin polyps or skin warts suddenly grow larger, exceed 1 cm in diameter, bleed, or appear black or dark brown, it is advisable to see a dermatologist as soon as possible to clarify whether it is skin cancer.

Avoid skin hyperplasia by starting with daily life

By starting from the following aspects in daily life, you can prevent the occurrence of the above-mentioned skin hyperplasia.

1. Dietary focus: consume balanced nutrition, supplement with fruits and vegetables rich in B vitamins, eat less ice cream, desserts, fried and grilled foods, and choose good oils, such as olive oil and camellia oil.