Actinic keratosis - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBDec 17, 2022 · An actinic keratosis (ak-TIN-ik ker-uh-TOE-sis) is a rough, scaly patch on the skin that develops from years of sun exposure. It's often found on the face, lips, ears, forearms, scalp, neck or back of the hands.
Pictures, Causes, and Treatment for Scaly Skin - Healthline
WEBAug 21, 2024 · Causes and pictures. Diagnosis. Treatment. Medical emergencies. Scaling skin, or scaly skin, occurs when the outer layer of your skin peels away in large pieces that resemble fish scales. It can...
Actinic Keratosis (A Precancerous Condition) - Johns Hopkins Medicine
WEBActinic keratosis is a rough, scaly patch or bump on the skin. It’s also known as a solar keratosis. Actinic keratoses are very common, and many people have them. They are caused by ultraviolet (UV) damage to the skin. Some actinic keratoses can turn into squamous cell skin cancer. Because of this, the lesions are often called precancer.
White patch on skin: A cause for concern? - Mayo Clinic
WEBOct 3, 2023 · A small white patch on skin may have several causes, including eczema, psoriasis and vitiligo.
20 Types of Skin Lesions: Causes and Pictures - Verywell Health
WEBOct 10, 2023 · Skin lesions are abnormal changes in the skin compared to the surrounding tissue. Skin lesions may look like bumps or patches, or they may be smooth. They may be a different color or texture compared to nearby skin. Common causes include acne, cellulitis, and chickenpox.
White Spots On the Skin: Possible Causes and Treatments - Healthline
WEBApr 19, 2023 · White spots on the skin can occur with many different conditions, including eczema. Treatment may include topical products and medications, depending on the cause.
Scaly skin: Pictures, causes, treatment, and prevention
WEBFeb 26, 2024 · It can lead to white, yellow, or dark crusty patches. Varicose eczema. Varicose eczema is a form of eczema that affects the lower legs and causes dry, scaly skin and hot, leaking blisters ...
Seborrheic keratosis - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBJan 18, 2022 · A seborrheic keratosis (seb-o-REE-ik ker-uh-TOE-sis) is a common noncancerous (benign) skin growth. People tend to get more of them as they get older. Seborrheic keratoses are usually brown, black or light tan. The growths (lesions) look waxy or scaly and slightly raised. They appear gradually, usually on the face, neck, chest or back.
Raised Skin Bumps: Pictures, Types, Causes, and Treatment - Healthline
WEBMar 27, 2024 · Takeaway. Skin conditions like acne, keloids, allergies, and shingles may cause raised skin bumps. Bumps may also occur with more severe health conditions that require medical attention, such...
Actinic keratoses (solar keratoses) - NHS
WEBActinic keratoses (also called solar keratoses) are dry, scaly patches of skin that have been damaged by the sun. It's not usually serious, but there's a small chance the patches could become skin cancer. Protecting your skin in the sun and watching out for changes can help. Check if you have actinic keratoses. Actinic keratoses patches:
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