Actinic Keratosis

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Introduction

Actinic keratosis, also known as solar keratosis, is

 

 

The Case of...

a simple case introducing clincial presentation and calling for a differential diagnosis to get students thinking.

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Causes and Risk Factors

 

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Pathophysiology

 

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Signs and Symptoms

  • history
  • physical exam

History

 

Physical Exam

Looks and feels like sandpaper.

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Investigations

  • lab investigations
  • diagnostic imaging

Lab Investigations

Diagnostic Imaging

 

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Differential Diagnosis

 

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Treatments

Liquid nitrogen: open sray, ice field for 5-15 seconds, only one freeze-thaw cycle

 

Photodynamic therapy

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Consequences and Course

 

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Resources and References

 

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Topic Development

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