What are the treatments for skin nodules

The so-called skin nodules refer to a relatively hard lump that appears inside the skin. We can usually see this lump protruding from the skin surface with the naked eye. It is usually round or quasi-circular and its size varies. According to traditional Chinese medicine theory, there are many causes of skin nodules and the symptoms are also different. Now let’s talk about the treatments of skin nodules in Western medicine.

Treatment:

Western medicine uses oral antihistamines and sedatives. In severe cases, drugs such as ethidium bromide, thalidomide, triptolide and triptolide for cortical treatment can be used. Topical cortisol ointment can be applied externally, and local occlusion and cryotherapy can also be performed. Traditional Chinese medicine uses methods such as Chinese medicine bathing, but the results are not ideal.

1. General treatment

Improve sanitary conditions, prevent insect bites, remove related inducements, and avoid local irritation.

2. Topical medications

Antipruritic corticosteroid creams or tinctures can be used (see Neurodermatitis). For small skin lesions, 1% procaine hydrochloride plus an equal amount of prednisolone or 2% benzyl alcohol can be injected into the skin. You can also try applying trichloroacetic acid or carbolic acid topically. Or you can give each nodule an injection of triamcinolone, but pay attention to the dosage, especially for patients with diabetes and heart disease. 3. Internal medication

Antihistamines, other sedatives, and procaine intravenous blockade to relieve itching; thalidomide (25 mg twice a day) may also be used. It is forbidden for pregnant women to use. Chinese medicine can be used with modifications of Xiaofengsan and acupuncture for treatment. Triamcinolone acetonide

3. Physical therapy:

Such as cryosurgery, electrocautery, laser therapy

4. Others

Surgical excision may be considered for single lesions.