Actinic keratosis is a small, rough, raised area found on skin that has been exposed to the sun over a long period of time.
Over many years, some actinic keratoses may develop into a type of
Solar keratosis; Sun-induced skin changes - keratosis; Keratosis - actinic (solar)
Actinic keratosis is caused by sun exposure, but it takes many years or decades to develop.
Risk factors for actinic keratosis include:
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Solar keratosis; Sun-induced skin changes - keratosis; Keratosis - actinic (solar)SymptomsActinic keratosis is usually found on the face, scalp, back... Read more »
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Solar keratosis; Sun-induced skin changes - keratosis; Keratosis - actinic (solar)TreatmentBecause about 5% of actinic keratoses go on to develop... Read more »
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Solar keratosis; Sun-induced skin changes - keratosis; Keratosis - actinic (solar)PreventionReduce sun exposure and protect your skin from the... Read more »
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Benign skin tumors - keratosis; Keratosis - seborrheic; Senile keratosisPreventionReferencesHabif TP, ed. Clinical Dermatology. 5th ed. Philadelphia,... Read more »