Actinic Keratosis
Overview of Actinic Keratosis
An actinic keratosis is a rough, scaly, erythematous lesions arising on chronically sun-exposed sites. They are common in fair skin people who has had significant exposure to sun and the risk increases with age.
Signs and Symptoms of Actinic Keratosis
Rough, dry or scaly spots of skin less usually around 3-11mm over sun-exposed site, Flat or raised bump on skin, Hard wart-like surface, Color are varied as pink, red or brown, Itching or burning on the affected area
Common Causes of Actinic Keratosis
Chronic sun exposure, Ultraviolet radiation
Risk Factors of Actinic Keratosis
Older than 40, Lives in a sunny place, History of frequent or intense sun exposure or sunburn, Red or blond hair and blue or light-colored eyes, Tend to get freckles or sunburn when exposed to sunlight, Personal history of an actinic keratosis or skin cancer, Weak immune system as a result of chemotherapy, leukemia or AIDS, Fair skin type
Investigation Techniques for Actinic Keratosis
Skin biopsy
Treatment and Prevention of Actinic Keratosis
Fluorouracil cream, Imiquimod cream, Ingenol mebutate gel, Diclofenac gel, Freezing (cryotherapy), Scraping (curettage), Photodynamic therapy
Available Actinic Keratosis Medicines
No medicines currently available for this condition.
