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   What is actinic keratosis?

   • An actinic keratosis (ak-TIN-ik ker-uh-TOE-sis) is a rough, scaly patch on the skin that develops from years of sun exposure. It's often found on the face, lips, ears, forearms, scalp, neck or back of the hands. Actinic keratoses are scaly spots or patches on the top layer of skin. With time they may become hard with a wartlike surface.

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   Are actinic keratoses tender?

   • Sometimes it's easier to feel them than see them. They tend to feel like sandpaper. Actinic keratoses aren't tender. If you have a lesion that fits the description of actinic keratosis but is tender, it may have morphed into a type of skin cancer.

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   What is the clinical presentation of actinic keratosis (AK)?

   • Actinic keratoses can have various clinical presentations, often characterized as follows: Classic (or common): Classic AKs present as white, scaly macules, papules or plaques of various thickness, often with surrounding erythema. They are usually 2–6mm in diameter but can sometimes reach several centimeters in diameter.

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   Dec 17, 2022 · An actinic keratosis (ak-TIN-ik ker-uh-TOE-sis) is a rough, scaly patch on the skin that develops from years of sun exposure. It's often found on the face, lips, ears, forearms, scalp, neck or back of the hands.

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   Actinic keratosis is a rough, scaly patch or bump on the skin. It’s also known as a solar keratosis. Actinic keratoses are very common, and many people have them. They are caused by ultraviolet (UV) damage to the skin. Some actinic keratoses can turn into squamous cell skin cancer.

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   May 26, 2023 · Actinic keratoses (the plural of actinic keratosis) or solar keratosis describes patches or lesions on the outer layer of your skin that are caused by too much exposure to the ultraviolet...

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   Feb 23, 2022 · If you find a spot or growth on your skin that you think could be an actinic keratosis (AK), it’s time for a thorough skin exam. Should you have an AK, an accurate diagnosis and treatment can: Reduce your risk of developing skin cancer. Get rid of an AK, replacing it with new, healthy-looking skin.

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   Dec 4, 2020 · Actinic keratosis is a serious skin disorder that requires immediate treatment. Most AKs go away with surgical or topical treatment. You can lower your risk of actinic keratosis by protecting your skin from sun exposure and ultraviolet light.

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   Actinic keratosis (AK), sometimes called solar keratosis or senile keratosis, is a pre-cancerous area of thick, scaly, or crusty skin. Actinic keratosis is a disorder of epidermal keratinocytes that is induced by ultraviolet (UV) light exposure .