How to treat senile lentigines
Disease description:
Nowadays, the sense of crisis among the elderly is becoming increasingly severe. Many elderly individuals want to remove age spots; could you please advise on the treatment options for senile lentigines (age spots)?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Liu Wenmin
Senile spots, also known as seborrheic keratosis, are common skin lesions in the elderly. Treatment can be approached from the following aspects:
1. Medication: Under a doctor's guidance, medications that help fade spots may be used. Oral antioxidant medications, such as vitamin C tablets and vitamin E soft capsules, can serve as adjunctive therapy.
2. Laser treatment: This is one of the most effective methods for treating senile spots. Using lasers of specific wavelengths, pigment cells within the spots can be precisely destroyed without damaging surrounding healthy skin. There may be mild discomfort during the procedure, but anesthesia is generally not required. The course of treatment depends on the size and number of spots.
3. Cryotherapy: Suitable for smaller senile spots. Extremely cold liquid nitrogen is applied to the spot, freezing the tissue, which eventually falls off. This method is simple and quick, but multiple treatments may be needed to completely remove the spots.
In addition, maintaining a healthy diet rich in antioxidants, such as blueberries and vegetables, can help combat skin aging. Sun protection measures should also be taken during daily outdoor activities to reduce ultraviolet radiation exposure.
