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   What is a seborrheic keratosis?

   • A seborrheic keratosis (seb-o-REE-ik ker-uh-TOE-sis) is a common benign skin growth, similar to a mole. Most people will have at least one in their lifetime. They tend to appear in mid-adulthood and their frequency increases with age. They are harmless and don’t require treatment, but you can have them removed if they bother you.

   Seborrheic Keratosis: What Is It, Causes, Risks & Treatment

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   What causes seborrheic keratosis?

   • Some dermatologists refer to seborrheic keratoses as "seborrheic warts", because they resemble warts, but strictly speaking, the term "warts" refers to lesions that are caused by the human papillomavirus. The cause of seborrheic keratosis is not known. The only definitive association is that its prevalence increases with age.

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   Is a seborrheic keratosis a sign of cancer?

   • A seborrheic keratosis is a common, harmless growth on your skin. Doctors call it “benign,” which means it isn't a sign of cancer. Like moles, a seborrheic keratosis happens when extra skin cells bunch up together on the top layer of skin. Unlike a mole, it won't become cancerous. It can appear later in life, after about age 40.

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2. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditionsSeborrheic keratosis - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic

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   Jan 18, 2022 · A seborrheic keratosis grows gradually. Signs and symptoms might include: A round or oval-shaped waxy or rough bump, typically on the face, chest, a shoulder or the back. A flat growth or a slightly raised bump with a scaly surface, with a characteristic "pasted on" look. Varied size, from very small to more than 1 inch (2.5 centimeters) across.

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   A seborrheic keratosis (seb-o-REE-ik ker-uh-TOE-sis) is a common benign skin growth, similar to a mole. Most people will have at least one in their lifetime. They tend to appear in mid-adulthood and their frequency increases with age. They are harmless and don’t require treatment, but you can have them removed if they bother you.

4. www.webmd.com › skin-problems-and-treatments › whatSeborrheic Keratosis - Symptoms, Causes & Treatment - WebMD

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   Apr 18, 2024 · Seborrheic keratosis is a benign (noncancerous) condition that can look like a mole or wart. It's caused by a buildup of skin cells and can happen anywhere on your body, but often appears on the ...

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   A seborrheic keratosis is a non-cancerous skin tumour that originates from cells, namely keratinocytes, in the outer layer of the skin called the epidermis. Like liver spots , seborrheic keratoses are seen more often as people age.

   Subtype (and Alternative Names)	Characteristics
   Common seborrheic keratosis (basal cell ...	Dull or lackluster surface.
   Reticulated seborrheic keratosis (adenoid ...	Dull or lackluster surface, and with ...
   Stucco keratosis (deratosis alba, ...	Common. Dull or lackluster surface, and ...
   Clonal seborrheic keratosis	Dull or lackluster surface, and with ...

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   • Diagnostic method: Based on clinical examination, skin biopsy
   • Treatment: Electrodesiccation and curettage, cryotherapy

   • Other names: Seborrheic verruca, basal cell papilloma, senile wart: 767 : 637 
   • Specialty: Dermatology

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   Dec 31, 2021 · Seborrheic keratosis is a type of harmless skin growth that can resemble melanoma. Discover symptoms, risk factors, signs to see a doctor, and more. ... Seborrheic keratoses may develop during ...

7. dermnetnz.org › topics › seborrhoeic-keratosisSeborrhoeic keratoses (brown warts, basal cell papillomas ...

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   Seborrhoeic keratosis (American spelling - seborrheic keratosis) is also called SK, basal cell papilloma, senile wart, brown wart, wisdom wart, or barnacle. The descriptive term, benign keratosis, is a broader term that is used to include the following related scaly skin lesions: Seborrhoeic keratosis. Solar lentigo (which can be difficult to ...