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   How can a GP diagnose actinic keratosis?

   • A GP may be able to diagnose an actinic keratosis by its typical appearance alone or using a dermatoscope. This is a magnifier with a light that helps to distinguish between harmless (benign) skin lesions and cancerous (malignant) ones. Sometimes this is difficult and, if doubt exists, a referral may be made to a skin specialist (dermatologist).

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   What is actinic keratosis?

   • Actinic keratosis is a precancerousscaly spot found on sun-damaged skin, also known as solar keratosis. It may be considered an early form of cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (a keratinocyte cancer). Who gets actinic keratoses? Actinic keratoses affect people that have often lived in the tropics or subtropics and have predisposing factors such as:

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   Can actinic keratosis cause blotchy skin?

   • sun-damaged (blotchy, freckled and wrinkled). There are usually several actinic keratoses in the same area of sun-exposed skin; they rarely occur alone.Actinic keratoses often do n t cause any trouble but can be itchy or sore. If left untreated for many years, there is a very small risk that an actinic keratosis can progress into a form of

   PATIENT INFORMATION LEAFLET ACTINIC KERATOSES - BAD Patient Hub

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   Does actinic keratosis regress?

   • The actinic keratosis may regress. This means it clears away on its own without treatment. An actinic keratosis may persist. So it remains stable, not changing but not disappearing either. It might progress into a skin cancer (see below). Is an actinic keratosis dangerous?

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   What do actinic keratoses look like?

   • Actinic keratoses can be variable in appearance. They may simply feel rough or scaly, looking like dry skin. They are often pink but can be skin- coloured or red. A change in texture of the skin may be noticed before a colour change. They can grow to 1-2 cm in diameter and occasionally develop a thicker lumpy layer.

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   What should I do if I have actinic keratosis?

   • Medical advice should be sought again if there are any changes to the appearance or if it becomes tender. A moisturising (emollient) cream might be advised to help soften the skin around the actinic keratosis. High sun protection factor (SPF) sunscreen should always be used.

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2. • • Be skin aware – examine your own skin every few months and see your doctor if you notice something new that appears abnormal. If actinic keratosis starts to develop into a lump or starts to bleed, then visit your GP promptly. These symptoms can indicate that it has changed into skin cancer.
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   See a GP if: you notice new patches on your skin. the patches begin to bleed, get bigger, change colour, feel tender or develop into a lump. a patch appears on your lips. It's important to get these skin changes checked in case they're being caused by something more serious, such as skin cancer.

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   If actinic keratosis starts to develop into a lump or starts to bleed, then visit your GP promptly. These symptoms can indicate that it has changed into skin cancer. Early treatment is usually curative.

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   • Who Should Manage AK?
   • Treatment of AK
   • Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of The Scalp

   The majority can be managed in general practice.The following groups should be referred: 1. To a GPwER / accredited GPwSI, or a dermatologist 1. If an SCC is suspected refer to Secondary Care as urgent (2-week wait). The following could suggest transformation from an AK into an SCC: 1.1. History - recent growth / pain / bleeding 1.2. Examination -a...

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   For a simplied managment plan please refer to the PCDS AK Treatment Pathway. 1. AK are a marker of sun damage and so a thorough skin examination is needed to look for more serious sun-related skin tumours such as melanoma 2. Moisturisers- it can sometimes be difficult to differentiate between early AK and dry scaly areas of normal skin. The use of ...

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   Is an uncommon condition affecting UV-damaged areas of the scalp in older patients. The risk appears to be increased with the subsequent treatment of actinic keratoses, especially with cryotherapy

   Clinically there is varying degrees of scarring associated with yellow-brown crusts, pustules, lakes of pus, erosions and ulceration (refer to figures 11 & 12 below)

   The primary treatment is the use of super-potent topical steroids

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   Actinic keratoses are the result of abnormal skin cell development due to DNA damage by short wavelength UVB. They are more likely to appear if the immune function is poor, due to ageing, recent sun exposure, predisposing disease, or certain drugs. What are the clinical features of actinic keratosis?

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   Actinic keratoses are not contagious. WHAT DO ACTINIC KERATOSES LOOK AND FEEL LIKE? Actinic keratoses can be variable in appearance. They may simply feel rough or scaly, looking like dry skin. They are often pink but can be skin- coloured or red. A change in texture of the skin may be noticed before a colour change. They can grow to 1-2 cm in

8. patient.info › skin-conditions › actinic-keratosisActinic Keratosis (Solar Keratosis): Causes and Treatment

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   Jan 4, 2024 · A GP may be able to diagnose an actinic keratosis by its typical appearance alone or using a dermatoscope. This is a magnifier with a light that helps to distinguish between harmless (benign) skin lesions and cancerous (malignant) ones.

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   Nov 26, 2023 · Most treatments will be provided by healthcare professionals at your GP surgery, although some patients may need to be referred to a doctor specialised in treating actinic keratoses such as a GPwER/GPwSI (a GP who has received additional training in relevant areas of dermatology) or a dermatologist.