Seborrheic keratosis
Alternate Names : Benign skin tumors - keratosis, Keratosis - seborrheic, Senile keratosis
Symptoms & Signs
Symptoms are skin growths that: - Are located on the face, chest, shoulders, back, or other areas
- Are usually painless, but may become irritated and itch
- Are yellow, brown, black, or other colors
- Have a slightly elevated, flat surface
- May have a rough or wart-like texture
- Often have a waxy surface
- Have a round-to-oval shape
- May have a "pasted-on" appearance
- May be single, but are usually multiple growths
Diagnosis & Tests
Diagnosis is based primarily on the appearance of the growths. A skin lesion biopsy may be used to confirm the diagnosis.
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