actinic keratoses Flashcards
1
Q
what is actinic keratosis?
A
common premalignant skin lesion from chronic sun exposure
2
Q
actinic keratoses - features
A
small, crusty, scaly lesions
pink, red, brown or skin coloured
on sun-exposed areas
3
Q
actinic keratoses - management
A
prevention fluorouracil cream 2-3wk (+- hydrocortisone for inflamm) topical diclofenac - if mild topical imiquimod cryotherapy curettage + cautery
