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 sun damage. They present as scaly or crusty red or pink patches. AKs are treated through topical creams, cryotherapy, or photodynamic therapy. In the US, cost ranges from $100 to $5000 per session.
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