Karan Chand Mohan Singh Saravanasingh, K Suresh, Jayakalaiarasi A, Prakash Arun, Sundari Renga
Department of Maruthuvam, National Institute of Siddha, Chennai, IND.
Department of Kuzhanthai Maruthuvam, National Institute of Siddha, Chennai, IND.
Cureus. 2025 Mar 28;17(3):e81326. doi: 10.7759/cureus.81326. eCollection 2025 Mar.
A cutaneous horn, also known as cornu cutaneum, is a rare and usually benign growth that forms on the skin, extending outward from the outermost layer known as the stratum corneum. These growths are most often seen in older adults, particularly men, and are commonly linked to prolonged sun exposure, which can increase the risk of underlying conditions like squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). Other factors, such as infections caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), have also been associated with their development. Treatment for cutaneous horns typically involves surgical excision, which is effective but may lead to issues such as scarring or infection. Other methods, like cryotherapy, laser therapy, topical treatments, and electrodesiccation with curettage, are also available. However, these approaches come with potential downsides, including pain, blistering, changes in skin pigmentation, and high costs, which can discourage some patients from seeking care. An alternative option is Siddha medicine, a traditional form of healing that offers a more natural, affordable, and well-tolerated approach to treating cutaneous horns. A 51-year-old male presented with a conical projection measuring 1 cm in height, located on the palmar aspect of the proximal interphalangeal joint of his right second finger, which had been present for three years. Based on clinical examination, the lesion was diagnosed as a cutaneous horn. The patient underwent treatment with a Siddha formulation called Pachaieruvai, which was applied externally for five consecutive days. In the end, the treatment proved effective, successfully destroying the growth within just 10 days. No adverse reactions or recurrence were observed during subsequent follow-ups, underscoring the intervention's effectiveness and safety.
皮角，也称为角质皮角，是一种罕见的通常为良性的皮肤肿物，从最外层即角质层向外生长。这些肿物最常见于老年人，尤其是男性，通常与长期日晒有关，长期日晒会增加患鳞状细胞癌（SCC）等潜在疾病的风险。其他因素，如人乳头瘤病毒（HPV）感染，也与皮角的发生有关。皮角的治疗通常包括手术切除，这是有效的，但可能会导致诸如瘢痕形成或感染等问题。其他方法，如冷冻疗法、激光疗法、局部治疗以及刮除术加电干燥法也可用。然而，这些方法有潜在的缺点，包括疼痛、水疱形成、皮肤色素沉着改变和高成本，这可能会使一些患者不愿寻求治疗。另一种选择是悉达医学，这是一种传统的治疗方式，为治疗皮角提供了一种更自然、经济且耐受性良好的方法。一名51岁男性患者，其右手中指近侧指间关节掌侧出现一个高1厘米的圆锥形肿物，已存在三年。根据临床检查，该病变被诊断为皮角。患者接受了一种名为Pachaieruvai的悉达配方药物治疗，连续五天外用。最终，治疗证明有效，仅在10天内就成功消除了肿物。在随后的随访中未观察到不良反应或复发，突出了该干预措施的有效性和安全性。
