Actinic keratosis is a rough, scaly, or crusty patch on the skin caused by long-term exposure to the sun. It's a precancerous condition that can develop into squamous cell carcinoma if left untreated. Treatment options include cryotherapy, topical medications like fluorouracil and imiquimod, photodynamic therapy, or surgical removal.
Actinic keratosis is a rough, scaly, or crusty patch on the skin caused by long-term exposure to the sun. It's a precancerous condition that can develop into squamous cell carcinoma if left untreated. Treatment options include cryotherapy, topical medications like fluorouracil and imiquimod, photodynamic therapy, or surgical removal.
Actinic Keratoses (AKs) are precancerous skin lesions caused by prolonged sun exposure. In Singapore, they're commonly treated with topical creams like Imiquimod or intralesional injections of Corticosteroids. Recurrences may necessitate other modalities.
Routine check-ups crucial due to high prevalence rates; treatment prices may vary from $500 to $2000 depending on the severity and number of lesions.