Dermatologist Questions

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I am 19 years old. I was diagnosed with a disease when I was two years old. That is happening Ichthyosis vulgaris.As a child it was much more but still much less. The winter increases and the heat actually decreases a lot. It is seen in the upper part of the hand towards the back and in the lower part of the abdomen. As a result, those parts of my chest and other parts of my abdomen are much blacker and look worse. There are a lot of problems in the face. In particular, the forehead becomes completely black in winter and summer is gradually reduced and the face is not fresh.I will be forever grateful if you can tell me how to get rid of this disease and reduce the black spots.

Male | 19 years old

3 Answers

Hello there! Unfortunately icthyosis vulgaris is a genetic condition that can’t be cured but can be managed with consistent use of emollients and ongoing management and care directly by a dermatologist.
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Thank you for your email question. The only way for you to get help with your condition is to come in and see Dr Fromowitz. You can call our office at 561-362-8000 and we would be happy to help you schedule an appointment TY Marlene Marlene Kole Pellegrino - Office Manager mkole@mydermgroup.com Dermatology of Boca 4601 N Federal Hwy Boca Raton, Florida 33431 Office: 561-362-8000 Direct Line: 561-421-6947 Fax: 561-447-6806 Integrated Dermatology of East Boca 1050 NW 15th Street, Suite 201A Boca Raton, Florida 33486 561-368-4545 Fax: 561-368-4041 HOURS: MONDAY THRU THURSDAY 7:45AM - 5:00PM, FRIDAYS 7:45AM - 3:00PM Confidentiality Notice: The information in this E-mail message may contain legally privileged and confidential information intended only for the use of the individual(s) named above. If you, the reader of this message, are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that you should not further disseminate, distribute, or forward this E-mail message. If you have received this E-mail in error, please notify the sender immediately and delete the original.
I have seen this problem quite a few times. It is not any easy one to manage, depending on the severity. There is no known cure. In Europe they us Acitretin with some success, for severe disease. Also topical Tazarotene is beneficial.
Soaking in a tub to help reduce the thickness helps as well. Moisturizers that are called emollients help the most. Staying hydrated is also important. I would recommend seeing are dermatologist. Good luck my friend.