Acanthosis Nigricans Symptoms, Causes & More
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7. Dermatological Treatments of Acanthosis Nigricans
In cases of acanthosis nigricans where the condition is not caused by an underlying condition or medication, a dermatologist may recommend topical treatments. Recommended dermatological treatments include prescription creams and gels that lighten the affect areas, laser treatments to reduce the thickness of the skin and retinoids to clear the skin.
If acanthosis nigricans has become irritated or produces an odor, dermatologists may also prescribe a course of antibiotics to reduce patient discomfort when bacterial infection is suspected.6The American Academy of Dermatology Association. ‘Acanthosis nigricans: Diagnosis and Treatment.’ The American Academy of Dermatology Association, 2021, www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/acanthosis-nigricans-treatment
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