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Precancerous lesions
What is actinic keratosis?
Actinic keratosis (AK), also called solar keratosis, is a skin condition due to excessive exposure to sun. It presents as rough, dry or scaly patches, often on your face, balding scalp, hands or arms; places that see a lot of sunlight.
On the other hand, long-term exposure to the sun can also have an effect on the lips where you can also find the same symptoms such as actinic keratosis, it is called actinic cheilitis. They are little patches that are pink, red, tan or the color of your skin. They can sting or be sore, or in some cases, they’re just not there.
Because A.K. can sometimes progress into cancer, untreated it is classified as a precancer, meaning that it could develop skin cancer, specifically one form called squamous cell carcinoma.
The patches feel rough to the touch, as if coated with sandpaper.
The specks can run red, pink or beige, and occasionally the same color as your skin.
Little patches can get a little raised or thickened.
The patches might feel itchy, sore, or sensitive to touch
The surface of the spots may peel off, or crust over.
If you see rough patches that change, becoming itchy or flaking, consult a doctor. A specialist team at Harley Street Skin Clinic offers options to remove actinic keratosis. We find ways to diagnose diseases of skin and treat the symptoms of your skin with the best therapies available through our board-certified dermatologists.
Excess exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays, mostly from sun, is associated with almost all actinic keratoses (AK). But these rays can damage skin over years of repeated exposure, leading to rough, scaly spots.
If left untreated, most actinic keratoses can lead to skin cancer. A few of those spots can progress to become squamous cell carcinoma, one of the most common types of skin cancer. It can be a manageable form of skin cancer if treated early, but problematic if not.
Apply sunscreen for skin protection against UltraViolet rays that lead to skin disorders and diseases. So the broad-spectrum sunscreen with a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of at least 30 is best. That save you from both UVA and UVB light which can cause damage, and damage can bring about skin problems such as actinic keratosis.
How often should I have to put on sunblock?
You have to do it every two hours with sunscreen, particularly, after swimming or sweating Ultraviolet rays do damage on sunny days but also on cloudy days. Re-applying throughout the day helps keep your skin protected from the sun beams and consequently avoid sun related skin issues.
Frequent exposure to the sun is a risk factor for actinic keratosis. Limiting direct sun exposure especially during high risk hours between 10am to 4pm lowers your risk of developing sun damaged skin.
Stay indoors when it’s sunny.
During peak hours for blazing sun, it’s better to stay in the shade or better yet, indoors, if possible. If you are outside though, avoid the direct sun as much as you can, and cover your skin to protect it from the sun’s dangerous rays.
When your skin is covered by clothing, it’s easy to protect it from the sun. Select tightly woven fabric long sleeved shirts, pants and hats, which can help prevent UV rays from passing through. It protects in case of damage to the skin and minimizes the risks of getting actinic keratosis.
Use hats and sunglasses.
Wide-brimmed hats and sunglasses protect the sun-exposed areas like the face, neck, bald scalp and eyes, too. They offer just a little extra UV protection to further shield your skin against harmful sun exposure.
Tanning beds expose the skin with concentrated ultraviolet (UV) light, weakening and damaging skin that puts you also at greater risk for an actinic keratosis and other conditions. The ultraviolet-light exposure can damage your skin’s cells and cause long-term skin problems, including precancerous lesions.
Alternatives to tanning beds.
Avoid going to tanning salons. Alternatively, go for lotions or sprays that self-tan. These products deliver a golden glow and it is a safer way to tan, with your chances of skin damage not rising.
Skin checks are also a means of detecting any skin changes as early as possible. Watch for new or unusual places that will identify actinic keratosis before it develops into something more serious.
Examine your skin regularly.
You have to examine your skin for changes. Look out for skin growths, bumps of different colours or any change in size of the moles you already have. Schedule a visit with our primary care provider to know how actinic keratosis treated by a professional healthcare provider, and to ensure you catch any at first sign of trouble.
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