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Everything i have read on seborrheic keratosis says it is not cancerous or pre, not a virus, if that is correct why would a doctor tell me it was precancerous and i should come for visit -once a month and I will not have to pay the co-pay ,the biopsy confirmed it was seborrheic keratosis which I had for 15 years, i believe i know why just want a pr

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It is usually a sign of ageing of the skin and need not be treated unless cosmetic outcome is the concern. There are multiple options to treat it can should be discussed in person. You have already d ...  Read More

Seborrheic Keratosis sir please advise me treatment for above mentioned disease I have this on my chest from the past 10 years now started with single one now spreading across my chest took treatment for 2 months doctor injected some medicine but no use now itching and irritating please advise me any thing advance treatment available

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Greetings. The history provided is limited and would appreciate photos of the lesion to be sent to me on Practo direct consult / follow up messaging. Seborrhoiec keratosis is best treated with radio f ...  Read More

My wife is having black spot on her leg. Showed to dermatologist and he said that it is Seborrheic Keratosis. I googled it and it is showing that it could be Melanoma. I am very worried, pls guide and help whether it is Seborrheic Keratosis or Melanoma. No it him and bleeding. Photo attached for reference and guidance.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I had one waxy sebbhoric keratosis since 10 yrs. My mom akso has one on the back. Suddenly I see more of them on thighs, buttocks , under breast. There are more which might be coming up as skin become darker at root of hair on legs. My nails also become brittle. I am wondering whether both skin and nail condition is indicating some thing wrong with

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Kindly consult online for proper assessment and treatment ...  Read More

What is oral keratosis? Is it dangerous? How much time it will take to heal. What treatment should be done.

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The soles of the feet of the people who do not wear footwear is thicker than the people who always wear shoes or other footwear. This is called as keratosis and is basically a defence mechanism of the ...  Read More

I underwent skin biopsy for histopathology on 1 June 2016. Clinical history: single asymptomatic hyper pigmented and hyper keratotic posterior aspect of right arm above elbow. The size less than a .25 paise coin. The skin biopsy shows no evidence of malignancy- benign tumour. I want to get this removed by laser? Or by other appropriate form.

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Thanks for the query. Seborrheic keratosis is a very common skin condition and can be removed by multiple procedure depending on the size and location and the desire for final cosmesis. To name a few, ...  Read More

Have a mole like growth behind my ear, painless but rough surface. Have picked the dead skin two or three times but it again builds up. No bleeding or pain. Any non surgical treatment .

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This can be cured ...  Read More

I have Keratosis pilaris on both of my arms, how can i get rid of these. I have these since many years

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Kindly consult online for proper treatment and guidance. Specific medication will improve condition. ...  Read More

I have keratosis pilaris/ chiken skin , which medicine is best to treat keratosis pilaris, Can I use isotretinoin

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There are other medicines as well kindly share picture or consult directly ...  Read More

Can laser hair removal cause any kind of keratosis like sebahorric karatosis or dermatosis papulas???? And is laser hair removal permanent? Can it remove ingrown hairs ??

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No problem.. Contact me for details and treatment ...  Read More

Doctor I have keratosis pilaris on my ass area, on my back and on my arms. How to cure it, it has caused blackness near my ass and back area. Please help me

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Need some investigations before starting treatment ...  Read More

Hi i have keratosis pilaris on my arms from many years. How can this be treated. Sharing the picture as well

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Creams/lotions and oral medications are available Consult directly for prescription ...  Read More

Seborrheic dermatitis on the ear lobes and behind the ears. Please suggest what can be done Flaky skin

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Is there a treatment for keratosis pilaris? Does it get any better with scrubbing and moisturizing? And how effective are the treatments, if any?

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Hello, What medicine should be used for severe Seborrheic dermatitis in scalp and sometimes in face.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Hello doctors, I have a condition known as keratosis pilaris on my arms. So kindly tell me what to do to get rid of it bcz of keratosis Pilaris my arms are covered in dark spots which don't really look nice.

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I have keratosis pilaris since teenage years till date. How can I cure it? The skin is very rough on areas I have it.

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I understood your concern and noted the problem as well .I need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. Pl consult me on Practo , so that I can hel ...  Read More

I have keratosis pilaris. Can I use Logifeel IMF to reduce the strawberry skin. Or should I use something else.

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Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance. ...  Read More

I am having keratosis pilaris on my shoulder and look awkward... Please suggest me remedy to remove the same

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Use salysilic acid face wash Share photos and take consultantion ...  Read More

Is there any body lotion or body wash , which can be used everyday to get rid of keratosis pilaris ?

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Yes you can try aveeno given that you are a dry to sensitive skin type or you can also go for creams with exfoliants for the same. Book a direct online consultation or leave an inbox message with ima ...  Read More

Can seborrheic dermatitis will be cure by homeopathic medicine.. if yes it will take how much time...

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Yess... seborrheic dermatitis is completely cured by homoeopathic medicines... (Constitutional + symptomatic) medicines give complete cure in least time with best results... it take 2-3 months approx ...  Read More

I have keratosis all over my body and it is not fading. I have this problem since long time but over the time it has increased. I have tried treatments but it is not helping also I don't want to go for laser therapy can someone please suggest me someway?

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Keratosis pilaris is remitting and relapsing disorder.. it can be controlled with medicines.. but it cannot be cured.. get a direct consultation for proper treatment ...  Read More

I am suffering from Keratosis pilaris from past 5 years. Will Keratosis pilaris acne marks be cured by homeopathy treatment?

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Keratosis pilaris can only be controlled with medicines.. ...  Read More

I have keratosis pilaris in most of the part of my body, and my skin is very dry. can i get rid from KP?

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Yes..it can be improved with specific medicine.. for detailed prescription do direct online consultation with photos ...  Read More

Can Seborrheic Dermatitis be cured permanently? If yes, how can that be done ? Kindly, also suggest some home remedies.

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Treatment depends on the severity...Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing dandruff... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do ...  Read More

I think i have keratosis pillar on both of my upper arms - the pimples never go, sometimes itch but skin is always bumpy, however, now i feel its increasing down on the arms n on my back. Pls help

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Don't worry...... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos. ...  Read More

Sir can you please tell which lotion is best for a 21days child having seborrheic dematitis...sir can you please help?

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Don't worry... child suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing this problem.. Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for de ...  Read More

Hello myself nandhini I have affect Keratosis pilaris problem in past two years i don't have any idea about that so I'm not care of that but unfortunately that is spread my full body currently lockdown in tamilnadu so please suggest any medicine. Thankyou

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Hi Keratosis pilaris is a follicular occlusion disorders which presents as spiny follicular papules over extensor aspect of upper limb and Lower limb. It can be controlled with medicines. ...  Read More

Please suggest a good face cream for seborrheic dermatitis and hyperpigmentation. Thank you very much

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Kindly consult online with relevant photographs for proper diagnosis and management. ...  Read More

How can I treat my problem of keratosis Pilaris . What are the remedies to lighten the scars of this bumps.

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Consult online with relevant photographs for detailed prescription ...  Read More

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