ACTINIC KERATOSIS

There are many different treatment options when it comes to actinic keratosis. However, you may not know which one is right for you and your needs. You may have heard of photodynamic therapy (PDT) or cryotherapy for treating actinic keratosis, but what’s the difference between these two? Let’s take a closer look at what PDT […]

Actinic keratosis, also known as solar keratosis, is a common premalignant skin lesion primarily caused by excess UV exposure. These rough, scaly patches range from brown to tan to dark pink and typically appear on the face, lips, neck, ears, scalp, forearms, and hands. While many actinic keratoses are benign, they progress to squamous cell

It is determined that approximately 58 million Americans have precancerous skin lesions called actinic keratosis. Actinic keratosis, sometimes referred to as “solar keratosis” due to its connection to sun-related skin damage, are dry and scaling patches that can be found on the skin. It is triggered by exposure to ultraviolet rays from the sun or

There are many skin conditions that can impact patients, which is why it is so important to have a trusted staff of dermatologists by your side. When you experience changes or growths on the skin, it is vital that you reach out to a dermatologist to have it examined and to get a proper diagnosis.

Many Fort Myers and Naples, FL men and women who notice a growth or skintag on their body may be concerned about skin cancer. However, in some instances, these growths may be diagnosed as actinic keratosis, and may still require treatment even if they are not cancerous. What is actinic keratosis? Actinic keratoses are pre-cancerous

At Harris Dermatology of Fort Myers and Naples, FL, men and women are welcome to speak to Drs. Brian, Ross, and Keith Harris about their skin needs. When patients are diagnosed with pre-cancerous lesions known as actinic keratosis, they often have a lot of questions. They also want to find out if there is a