{"id":1834,"date":"2023-07-05T12:47:26","date_gmt":"2023-07-05T09:47:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eylememelarikan.com\/services\/aktinik-keratoz\/"},"modified":"2024-04-30T10:46:23","modified_gmt":"2024-04-30T07:46:23","slug":"actinic-keratosis","status":"publish","type":"cpt_services","link":"https:\/\/eylememelarikan.com\/en\/services\/actinic-keratosis\/","title":{"rendered":"Actinic Keratosis"},"content":{"rendered":"
WHAT IS ACTINIC KERATOSIS?<\/h5>\n

Actinic keratosis refers to skin changes reflecting abnormal cell development due to prolonged and uncontrolled exposure to sunlight, predominantly occurring in sun-exposed areas of the skin.<\/p>\n

WHERE DOES ACTINIC KERATOSIS OCCUR?<\/h5>\n

Actinic keratoses primarily appear on sun-exposed areas such as the face, ears, backs of hands, arms, particularly the lower legs below the knees, and on the scalp of balding men.<\/p>\n

WHAT DOES ACTINIC KERATOSIS LOOK LIKE?<\/h5>\n

Actinic keratoses often go unnoticed as they typically don\u2019t cause any symptoms. They may appear as red-pink or skin-colored, rough-textured, occasionally scaly, and sometimes as tiny sores; when touched, they may feel rough like sandpaper.<\/p>\n

They are usually numerous. Initially, actinic keratoses may resemble spots, making them difficult to see, but when touched, they impart a sensation like “sandpaper.” When present on the lips, they are termed “actinic cheilitis.” They are characterized by chronic dryness, tightness, and cracks on the lips.<\/p>\n

HOW IS ACTINIC KERATOSIS DIAGNOSED?<\/h5>\n

Your dermatologist can diagnose actinic keratosis by visual examination and palpation. They may also confirm the diagnosis through dermatoscopic examination.<\/p>\n

HOW IS ACTINIC KERATOSIS TREATED?<\/h5>\n

The cornerstone of actinic keratosis treatment is sun protection. Along with sun protection, other treatment options may include:<\/p>\n

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  1. Cryotherapy:<\/strong> Freezing the area with liquid nitrogen to destroy the actinic keratosis.<\/li>\n
  2. Curettage:<\/strong> Surgical removal of actinic keratosis using a curette. Healthy tissue regenerates from below.<\/li>\n
  3. Surgical Treatment:<\/strong> Depending on the size and appearance of actinic keratosis, surgical interventions may be applied.<\/li>\n
  4. Cream Treatments:<\/strong> These are the most preferred treatments for actinic keratosis. Depending on the patient’s condition, options may include diclofenac gel, imiquimod cream, or creams containing 5-fluorouracil.<\/li>\n
  5. Laser Therapy:<\/strong> Removing the surface layer of the skin with lasers to treat the area affected by actinic keratosis; the treated area typically heals within 1-2 weeks.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
    HOW CAN I PREVENT ACTINIC KERATOSIS FROM DEVELOPING?<\/h5>\n
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    1. Sun protection is paramount. Use sunscreen, appropriate hats, and sunglasses; avoid going out during the midday when sunlight is strongest.<\/li>\n
    2. Avoid artificial sources of sunlight such as tanning beds.<\/li>\n
    3. Perform self-examinations of your skin and consult your dermatologist in case of any suspicious conditions.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

      WHAT IS ACTINIC KERATOSIS? Actinic keratosis refers to skin changes reflecting abnormal cell development due to prolonged and uncontrolled exposure to sunlight, predominantly occurring in sun-exposed areas of the skin. WHERE DOES ACTINIC KERATOSIS OCCUR? Actinic keratoses primarily appear on sun-exposed areas such as the face, ears, backs of hands, arms, particularly the lower legs below the knees, and on…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1758,"template":"","class_list":["post-1834","cpt_services","type-cpt_services","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","cpt_services_group-skin-diseases-en"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/eylememelarikan.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/cpt_services\/1834","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/eylememelarikan.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/cpt_services"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/eylememelarikan.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/cpt_services"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/eylememelarikan.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/eylememelarikan.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1758"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/eylememelarikan.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1834"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}