How to effectively treat ichthyosis

For the treatment of ichthyosis, what is more important is the care in daily life. For example, you should eat more foods rich in vitamin A, supplement or use vitamin A capsules. After taking a bath, you should remember to apply some body lotion to keep the skin moisturized.

1. Eat more foods rich in vitamin A (you can also take vitamin A capsules instead), such as egg yolks, milk, cream, cod liver oil, animal offal, carrots, pumpkins, leeks and other colored vegetables and fruits. Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin, please consume it with fat foods.

2. Winter is the period when ichthyosis becomes more severe. If you don’t take a bath, your skin will become drier and the flaking will become more serious. Do not use water that is too hot. It is best to use water that is close to skin temperature, around 41°, because water that is too hot will irritate the skin.

3. Do not use alkaline soap or shower gel. You can use delicate scrub or exfoliating cream (once a week). Alkaline soap or shower gel will aggravate skin damage and is not helpful for patients with ichthyosis.

4. Apply ointment or body lotion (preferably containing vitamin A) immediately after taking a shower to keep the skin moisturized.

5. Exercise more, drink more water, and increase the rate of metabolism.

6. Maintain a good attitude, be in a good mood, and don’t let ichthyosis affect your mood.