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Seborrheic Keratosis Treatment Options
Seborrheic keratosis is a type of hyperkeratosis which closely resembles actinic keratosis, only this time, it has waxy or greasy characteristics. It is one of the implications of aging. You really don’t have to be old to have seborrheic keratosis, but this is not always the case. Heredity also plays a role in having seborrheic keratosis. Keratinocytes are the origin of these growths. Since it is noncancerous, it is nothing to be too concerned about. But those who are beauty conscious may find it very unsightly. Also called as senile warts, this type of keratosis has nothing to do with viruses causing warts.
Seborrheic keratosis usually appears on the face, neck, arms and legs. If these grow on areas which are easily seen, then you may feel embarrassed of it.
This condition causes no pain or irritation so it is okay if you don’t do anything about it. What you should avoid is picking or scratching it. An infection can occur if you do so. Also use mild detergents in washing your clothes so your skin would not be irritated, especially the areas affected by seborrheic keratosis.
You need to consult a doctor first before going through any treatments to remove this. There are many choices and it’s up to you to choose.
Seborrheic keratosis can be effectively removed with laser treatments. The laser beams destroys the abnormal cell growths with impressive precision and accuracy.
Electrocautery is mostly effective if combined with curettage. This process involves burning of affected skin cells with electricity.
Using a curette in removing seborrheic keratosis is known as curettage. Combining this with electrocautery can make it more effective.
Extremely low temperature is used in cryotherapy to freeze off the affected areas.
After undergoing these treatments, you have to take care of your skin.
Remove age spots and seborrheic keratosis at home in just 14 days. This powerful treatment eats away sun damaged skin cells and leaves healthy skin cells unharmed.
