They can be pink, gray, red, or brown and may change color over the years. They are firm and often feel like a stone under the skin. When pinched from the sides, the top of the growth may dimple inward. Dermatofibromas are small, noncancerous (benign) skin growths that can develop anywhere on the body but most frequently appear on the legs, upper arms, or upper back. They may occur at any age, but are seen more in adults, particularly females. They are rare
The cause of dermatofibromas is unknown. They rarely grow larger than a half-inch in diameter and do not change in size. Most commonly, a single nodule develops. However, some people can develop many dermatofibromas.
Rarely, immune disorders like leukemia, HIV, and lupus are seen in conjunction with dermatofibromas that are numerous and grouped or linearly clustered.
Symptoms
Dermatofibromas, which are tiny, hard, raised skin growths, typically take time to form.
Typically affect the lower legs, but they can also affect the arms or trunk.
Can be brown, gray, purplish, red, or pink, and its color may change over time.
Size ranges from 0.5 to 1.5 cm in diameter, with the majority of lesions being 7-8 mm in diameter; may be as small as BB pellet, but rarely grow larger than a fingernail.
They may be tender, painful, or itchy, but they are typically painless.
Usually, when pinched, they dimple inward.
One or 15 lesions are possible in a person.
They are mobile, firm nodules over subcutaneous tissue that are attached to the skin’s surface.
Complications
They may be traumatized because they are frequently raised lesions, like those caused by razors. Occasionally, dozens of lesions will erupt in a short period of time, most frequently in conditions that suppress the immune system, like autoimmune diseases, cancer, or certain medications.
Although occasionally confused with dermatofibrosarcoma or desmoplastic melanoma, dermatofibroma does not lead to cancer.
Diagnosis
Dermatoscopy is typically used to support a clinical diagnosis of dermatofibroma, which typically involves a central white area surrounded by a faint pigment network.
HOMOEOPATHIC REMEDIES
There are many effective medicines available in homoeopathy for treating dermatofibromas, but the choice depends on the patient’s individuality, taking into account the mental and physical health of the patient. Homoeopathy is a rapidly expanding system that is practiced all over the world. Its strength lies in its evident effectiveness as it takes a holistic approach towards the sick individual through promotion of inner balance at mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical levels
Thuja has a strong ability to dissolve these unwanted growths, making it an effective treatment for any abnormal growth originating in the body (THUJA OCCIDENTALIS 200-).
CALCREA CARB 200One of the best treatments for dermatofibromas in obese people is calcium carbonate. Obese people tend to be particularly susceptible to colds and have a strong craving for boiled eggs and indigestible foods like chalk and lime. They also have a tendency to sweat excessively, especially on their heads.
CALCAREA FLOUR. 30When dermatofibromas are stony and difficult to treat, calerea flour is recommended.
LAPIS ALBUS 30-Another successful treatment for dermatofibromas is lapis albus, which has pliability, elasticity, and induration of glands, particularly cervical glands.
BELLADONNA 30-When dermatofibromas hurt, Belladonna can provide pain relief and aid in the removal of the lesion. Touching the lesion can make the pain worse.
SILICEA 200The skin is waxy, pale, and delicate, and silicea is recommended when the dermatofibromas have a suppurative nature.
SULPHUR 200Sulphur works wonders for dermatofibromas that itch and burn, as well as for other conditions where hot sensations in the body, dirty-looking skin, aversion to bathing, and sugar cravings occur.
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