MEDICAL DERMATOLOGY

Seborrheickeratosis are dark brown growths on skin. They usually grow slowly but may be large and grow quickly, but they aren’t harmful. Though, in some cases a seborrheic keratosis can be difficult to distinguish from melanoma, a serious type of skin cancer.

They are usually not caused by sun damage so they may be typically found on areas both covered and uncovered by clothing.

They tend to run in families. In Initial stage, they appear as slightly raised, light brown spots and evolve into darker, thicker lesions with rough, warty surfaces.

The usual treatment of Seborrheickeratosesis by removing them surgically. Some people choose to have them removed if the growths become unsightly, itch, or become irritated from rubbing against clothing. Removal methods include shave biopsy, cryotherapy, (PDL) laser surgery, cautery and curettage.

At times because of their appearance, seborrheickeratoses can be confused with other skin growths, such as moles, warts and the more worrisome conditions like actinic keratoses and malignant melanoma. It is important to visit a Dermatologist with special interest in skin cancer, if you have concerns about such growths on your skin.Dr Salman was a Lead Skin Cancer Surgeon at Barnet Hospital, UK and would be able to guide you regarding the nature of your condition.


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