Keratosis Palmoplantaris Quiz
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Content updated on Nov 2, 2022
What is keratosis palmoplantaris?
There are many types of keratosis palmoplantaris, all involving skin thickening, usually on the palms and soles. The condition is harmless and can be inherited or acquired due to health or environmental factors.
Symptoms of keratosis palmoplantaris
Scaly skin that flakes off
Skin hardening
Change in nail color
Questions your doctor may ask to check for keratosis palmoplantaris
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose keratosis palmoplantaris
Do you have scaly skin that flakes off?
Do you have hardening of the skin?
Has your nail color changed?
Treatment for keratosis palmoplantaris
Skin can be softened by applying moisturizers, ointments, or creams to the affected area. This condition is not dangerous and typically does not require further intervention.
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References
Nogita T, Furue M, Nakagawa H, Ishibashi Y. Keratosis palmoplantaris nummularis. J Am Acad Dermatol. 1991 Jul;25(1 Pt 1):113-4. doi: 10.1016/s0190-9622(08)80501-4. PMID: 1831819.
https://www.jaad.org/article/S0190-9622(08)80501-4/pdf
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