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Actinic keratosis on the arm
Actinic keratosis on the arm
Actinic keratosis - close-up
Actinic keratosis - close-up
Actinic keratosis on the forearms
Actinic keratosis on the forearms
Actinic keratosis on the scalp
Actinic keratosis on the scalp
Actinic keratosis - ear
Actinic keratosis - ear


Actinic keratosis

Alternative Names:
Solar keratosis; Sun-induced skin changes - keratosis; Keratosis - actinic (solar)

Prevention:

Minimize sun exposure and protect skin from the sun. Wear protective clothing such as hats, long-sleeved shirts, long skirts, or pants. Ultraviolet light is most intense midday, so try to avoid exposure during these hours.

Use high-quality sunscreens, preferably with SPF (sun protection factor) ratings of at least 15. Pick a sunscreen that blocks both UBA and UVB light. Apply sunscreen at least half an hour before exposure, and reapply frequently.

Use sunscreen for winter exposure also.




Review Date: 10/29/2004
Reviewed By: Jonathan Kantor, M.D., Department of Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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