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Actinic Keratosis Definition
Common names:
  • Actinic Keratosis
  • Keratosis Actinic
  • Solar Keratosis
  • Sun Spots
A person with actinic keratosis has skin lesions that occur on skin that has been exposed to the sun.

Actinic keratosis occurs in those who are over 40 years old. The outlook for actinic keratosis is excellent if actions are taken to prevent sun exposure.
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Last Updated: Apr 11, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MDJohn H. Beckett, MDD. Scott Gettings, MD
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