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Seborrheic keratosis



Irritated Seborrheic Kerotosis - neck
Irritated Seborrheic Kerotosis - neck


Seborrheic keratosis

Definition:

Seborrheic keratosis is the presence of benign wart-like growths on the surface of the skin.


Alternative Names:
Benign skin tumors - keratosis; Keratosis - seborrheic; Senile keratosis
Causes, incidence, and risk factors:

Seborrheic keratosis is a benign form of skin tumor. The origin is unknown. It commonly appears after age 40.

The tumors appear as wart-like growths in a variety of colors. They may appear in large numbers on the surface of the body. They are usually painless and benign, but may become irritated and itch. They may be cosmetically disfiguring and psychologically distressing as a result.





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