Actinic keratosis (Solar keratosis, Sun-induced skin changes - keratosis, Keratosis

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Actinic keratosis

Alternate Names : Solar keratosis, Sun-induced skin changes - keratosis, Keratosis - actinic (solar)

Definition

Actinic keratosis is a precancerous growth on the skin.

Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors

Actinic keratosis is caused by sun exposure.

Risk factors for actinic keratosis include:

Having fair skin, blue or green eyes, or blond or red hair
Long-term, daily sun exposure (for example, if you work outdoors)
Multiple, severe sunburns early in life
Older age

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Actinic keratosis on the arm

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Actinic keratosis on the forearms

Actinic keratosis on the scalp

Actinic keratosis - ear

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Actinic keratosis on the arm
Actinic keratosis - close-up
Actinic keratosis on the forearms
Actinic keratosis on the scalp
Actinic keratosis - ear

Review Date : 12/11/2009
Reviewed By : Michael Lehrer, MD, Department of Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network; Linda Vorvick, MD, Medical Director, MEDEX Northwest Division of Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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