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• #1

  https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Health/aftercareinformation/pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=zc1271

  Seborrheic keratoses are raised skin growths that look scaly or warty. They usually look like they were stuck onto the skin. They most often grow in groups on the back or chest and are more common in older people. A seborrheic keratosis can be tan or dark brown. A seborrheic keratosis is not a mole and is almost always harmless. But it is still a good idea to check your skin regularly. […] Sometimes a seborrheic keratosis can itch. Scratching it can cause it to bleed and sometimes even scar. […] A seborrheic keratosis is removed only if it bothers you. The doctor will freeze it or scrape it off with a tool. The doctor can also use a laser to remove a seborrheic keratosis. Treatment usually results in normal-looking skin, but it can leave a light or dark mark or even a scar on the skin.

• #2 Seborrheic Keratosis: Care Instructions | Kaiser Permanente

  https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/health-wellness/health-encyclopedia/he.seborrheic-keratosis-care-instructions.zc1271

  Seborrheic keratoses are raised skin growths that look scaly or warty. They usually look like they were stuck onto the skin. They most often grow in groups on the back or chest and are more common in older people. A seborrheic keratosis can be tan or dark brown. A seborrheic keratosis is not a mole and is almost always harmless. But it is still a good idea to check your skin regularly. […] Sometimes a seborrheic keratosis can itch. Scratching it can cause it to bleed and sometimes even scar. […] A seborrheic keratosis is removed only if it bothers you. The doctor will freeze it or scrape it off with a tool. The doctor can also use a laser to remove a seborrheic keratosis. Treatment usually results in normal-looking skin, but it can leave a light or dark mark or even a scar on the skin.

• #3 Seborrheic Keratosis – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/books/NBK545285/

  Seborrheic keratosis is a common type of epidermal tumor that is prevalent in middle-aged and older individuals. These lesions are among the most common types of skin tumors seen by primary care physicians and dermatologists in an outpatient setting. […] Given the prevalence of these tumors, it is important to understand the workup and various treatment modalities for seborrheic keratosis management. This activity outlines the general evaluation and workup of seborrheic keratoses in the outpatient setting and discusses common features of seborrheic keratosis as well as various treatment modalities that are available for the interprofessional team. […] The choice of therapy should be individualized for the patient. Considerations should include the lesion size and thickness, the patient’s skin type, clinical suspicion of malignancy, and the physician’s clinical experience.

• #4 Seborrheic Keratosis: Symptoms, Treatment, and Removal

  https://skinsight.com/skin-conditions/seborrheic-keratosis/

  Seborrheic keratoses can occur anywhere on the body, except for the palms, soles, and mucous membranes (areas such as in the mouth or anus). They most commonly occur on the chest and back. Seborrheic keratoses do not go away on their own, and they do not become cancerous. […] No treatment is needed unless there is irritation from clothing, such as itching or bleeding. […] Removal can be accomplished with freezing (cryosurgery), scraping (curettage), burning (electrocautery), lasers, or acids. Your dermatologist or other medical professional might conduct a biopsy if the growth looks unusual. […] If a lesion on your skin is growing, bleeding, painful, or itchy, see your dermatologist or another medical professional. Similarly, consult a medical professional for any growth that is more than one color, that is dark brown or black, or that looks different than any of your other skin growths. […] Seborrheic keratoses can be removed, but removal is considered a cosmetic issue and is usually not covered by insurance.

• #5 Seborrheic Keratosis: Symptoms and Treatment | Dermatology Affiliates

  https://www.dermatologyaffiliates.com/conditions/seborrheic-keratosis

  Seborrheic Keratosis, also known as seborrheic verruca, is a common and typically benign skin growth, often appearing as brown, black or yellow growths that grow singly or in groups and are flat or slightly elevated. […] Monitoring for changes and seeking dermatologic care from one of our professionals ensures accurate identification and alleviates concerns related to these generally harmless, yet sometimes aesthetically bothersome, skin growths. […] Our trusted Dermatology Affiliates providers specialize in the evaluation and management of Seborrheic Keratosis, providing personalized solutions to address aesthetic concerns and ensure optimal skin health. […] Regular skin checks with a dermatologist are advisable to monitor any changes and address new developments. […] Schedule an appointment with one of our trusted dermatology providers to discuss treatment options and determine a personalized plan to help you achieve healthy skin you’re confident in.

• #6 Seborrheic Keratosis: Symptoms and Treatment | The Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center of Wilmington

  https://www.wilmingtonskinsurgerycenter.com/conditions/seborrheic-keratosis

  Seborrheic keratosis is a common and typically benign skin growth, often appearing as brown, black or yellow growths that grow singly or in groups and are flat or slightly elevated. […] Monitoring for changes and seeking dermatologic care from one of our professionals ensures accurate identification and alleviates concerns related to these generally harmless, yet sometimes aesthetically bothersome, skin growths. […] Our trusted providers specialize in the evaluation and management of Seborrheic Keratosis, providing personalized solutions to address aesthetic concerns and ensure optimal skin health. […] Regular skin checks with a dermatologist are advisable to monitor any changes and address new developments. […] Schedule an appointment with one of our trusted dermatology providers to discuss treatment options and determine a personalized plan to help you achieve healthy skin you’re confident in.

• #7 Seborrheic Keratosis: Symptoms and Treatment | The Skin Surgery Center

  https://www.skinsurgerycenter.net/conditions/seborrheic-keratosis

  Seborrheic keratosis is a common and typically benign skin growth, often appearing as brown, black or yellow growths that grow singly or in groups and are flat or slightly elevated. […] Most people will develop at least one seborrheic keratosis during a lifetime. […] Monitoring for changes and seeking dermatologic care from one of our professionals ensures accurate identification and alleviates concerns related to these generally harmless, yet sometimes aesthetically bothersome, skin growths. […] Our trusted Skin Surgery Center providers specialize in the evaluation and management of Seborrheic Keratosis, providing personalized solutions to address aesthetic concerns and ensure optimal skin health. […] Schedule an appointment at the Skin Surgery Center for a thorough assessment and tailored treatment plan, promoting confidence and comfort in your healthy skin.

• #8 Seborrheic Keratosis: Symptoms and Treatment | Keystone Dermatology | Philadelphia, PA

  https://www.keydermpartners.com/conditions/seborrheic-keratosis

  Seborrheic keratosis is a common and generally benign skin growth that often appears as brown, black, or yellow lesions. […] Most people will develop at least one seborrheic keratosis at some point in their lives. […] Monitoring any changes and consulting with a professional dermatologist ensures accurate identification and alleviates concerns about these typically benign but sometimes cosmetically bothersome skin growths. […] Our providers specialize in the evaluation and management of seborrheic keratosis, offering personalized care plans to address aesthetic concerns and maintain optimal skin health. […] Regular skin checks with a dermatologist are advisable to monitor any changes. […] Schedule an appointment with one of our trusted dermatology providers to discuss treatment options and determine a personalized plan to help you achieve healthy skin you’re confident in.

• #9 Seborrheic keratosis – Diagnosis & treatment – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/seborrheic-keratosis/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20353882

  Your doctor can usually tell whether you have a seborrheic keratosis by looking at the affected skin. […] A seborrheic keratosis typically doesn’t go away on its own, but treatment isn’t needed. You might choose to have it removed if it becomes irritated or bleeds, or if you don’t like how it looks or feels. […] Talk with your doctors about the risks and benefits of each method. Some methods can cause permanent or temporary skin discoloration and scarring. After treatment, you might develop a new seborrheic dermatosis elsewhere on your body. […] For a seborrheic keratosis, some basic questions to ask your doctor include: Are tests needed to confirm the diagnosis? What is the best course of action? Which treatments might cause scarring or permanent skin discoloration? […] Don’t hesitate to ask other questions that come up during your appointment.

• #10

  https://step1.medbullets.com/dermatology/111082/seborrheic-keratosis

  Common, benign persistent epidermal proliferations with variable appearances. […] Can mimic malignancies, especially melanoma. […] Patients can often scratch off a lesion. […] Usually multiple lesions. […] Variable appearance: flat or raised, smooth, velvety, or verrucous, color ranges from white, pink, brown, or black, even within a single lesion, color may vary. […] Stuck on waxy, greasy appearance. […] Common on trunk, face, extremities. […] Most cases are treated with observation alone. […] Liquid nitrogen (cryotherapy) is indicated for cosmetic concerns.

• #11 Seborrheic Keratosis – Dermatology Associates of Northeast Georgia

  https://negeorgiaderm.com/medical/seborrheic-keratosis/

  Seborrheic keratoses are dark skin growths that appear in adulthood. Although they may be large and grow quickly, they are benign. They are not caused by sun damage, so they can be found on areas usually covered by clothing. Seborrheic keratosis tends to be genetic. Initially, they appear as slightly raised, light brown spots and evolve into darker, thicker lesions with rough, warty surfaces. […] Seborrheic keratosis is generally harmless, and there aren’t many treatments beyond removing it. Some people choose to have the growths removed if they become unsightly, itchy, or irritated from rubbing against clothing. Removal methods include cryotherapy, shave biopsy, curettage, and cautery. […] You can schedule an appointment to have your seborrheic keratoses examined by our Double Board-Certified Dermatologist or Dermatology Providers in one of our Northeast Georgia locations.

• #12 Seborrheic Keratosis – What You Need to Know

  https://www.drugs.com/cg/seborrheic-keratosis.html

  SK is a lesion that is commonly found on skin. The lesions are benign (not cancer). […] Treatment is not usually needed. A lesion can be removed if it is inflamed or has changed in appearance. It may also be removed for any reason. Talk to your healthcare provider if you want a lesion removed. […] The lesions can become irritated. Irritation can be caused by clothes rubbing against the lesions. It can also be caused by chafing of the area the lesions are in. The lesions or the skin around the lesions can become red and itchy. The lesions can also ooze drainage. […] You have the right to help plan your care. Learn about your health condition and how it may be treated. Discuss treatment options with your healthcare providers to decide what care you want to receive. You always have the right to refuse treatment.

• #13 Seborrheic Keratosis: Appearance, Causes, Treatment

  https://www.healthline.com/health/seborrheic-keratosis

  Seborrheic keratosis is a type of harmless skin growth. Some people may choose to have them removed for cosmetic reasons. They can look similar to a type of skin cancer. […] A seborrheic keratosis usually causes no symptoms. However, for some people it may: be itchy, become irritated, although it usually isn’t painful, catch on clothing, depending on its location. […] Seborrheic keratosis doesn’t need treatment. However, a healthcare professional such as a dermatologist may decide to remove growths if they have a suspicious appearance or cause physical or emotional discomfort. […] Treatment and removal methods for seborrheic keratosis can include the following: Cryosurgery: Cryosurgery uses liquid nitrogen to freeze off the growth. Electrosurgery: In electrosurgery, a healthcare professional uses an electrical current to scrape off the growth. A healthcare professional numbs the area before the procedure. Curettage: In curettage, a healthcare professional scrapes off the growth with a curette, a scoop-like surgical instrument. Curettage is sometimes combined with electrosurgery. Shave excision: Shave excision is similar to curettage. A healthcare professional may perform it if they want to send a sample of the growth to a lab for analysis. Ablation: This procedure uses a special laser to vaporize the growth. Hydrogen peroxide solution: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a 40% hydrogen peroxide solution (Eskata) to destroy seborrheic keratosis cells. It’s only available by prescription. However, this method often causes skin irritation, according to a 2019 report. Nitric acid-zinc solution: The topical solution Nitrizinc Complex contains nitric acids, zinc, copper salts, and organic acids. A small 2019 study found this method to be safe and effective at shrinking or eliminating most lesions within a 6-month period.

• #14 Seborrheic Keratosis | Cedars-Sinai

  https://www.cedars-sinai.org/health-library/diseases-and-conditions/s/seborrheic-keratosis.html

  Seborrheic keratoses usually only cause cosmetic issues. But many people worry about the possibility of cancer. People may also want them removed because they dont like how they look. […] In most cases, they dont need any treatment. You can choose to remove one or more of them if they get irritated due to clothing, feel itchy, are worried about cancer, or dont like how they look. […] If your healthcare provider wants to check for cancer, you will have a skin biopsy. Your healthcare provider will take a tissue sample of the growth or remove the entire growth. It will then be examined under a microscope at a lab to determine if there is cancer. […] Dont try to remove a seborrheic keratosis yourself. You may be wrong about the diagnosis. The growth may be something more serious. Removing the lesion at home may also cause an infection. […] See your healthcare provider soon if you have: A new skin growth, A growth thats not the same shape on both sides, A mole thats getting larger, New itching of an old mole, A mole with a blurred border, A known seborrheic keratosis that changes in appearance.

• #15 Seborrheic keratosis Information | Mount Sinai – New York

  https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/diseases-conditions/seborrheic-keratosis

  Seborrheic keratosis is a condition that causes colored growths on the skin that sometimes resemble warts. The growths are noncancerous (benign). […] You generally do not need treatment unless growths get irritated or affect your appearance. Growths may be removed with surgery or freezing (cryotherapy). […] Contact your provider if you have symptoms of seborrheic keratosis. Also contact if you have new symptoms, such as: A change in the appearance of the skin growth, New growths, A growth that looks like seborrheic keratosis, but occurs by itself or has ragged borders and irregular color. Your provider will need to examine it for skin cancer.

• #16 Seborrheic Keratosis Treatment: Topicals and Surgery

  https://www.verywellhealth.com/seborrheic-keratosis-treatment-7561681

  For the best results, consult your dermatologist for a diagnosis of any skin growth and advice on how to get rid of seborrheic keratosis using topical treatments. […] Seborrheic keratosis surgical treatments are safe and effective options for removing skin barnacles. Surgical treatments typically work faster than topical therapies, but they have a higher risk of side effects. […] Daily Skin Care With Seborrheic Keratosis: Skin affected by seborrheic keratosis is easily irritated. Irritations can cause the condition to flare. You can help reduce flares with the following daily skin-care strategies. […] After seborrheic keratosis removal, follow the instructions from your healthcare provider. This usually involves the following: Avoid hydrogen peroxide or alcohol since they can interfere with healing. Cover the wound with a thin layer of petroleum jelly and a nonstick bandage until it heals.

• #17

  https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Health/aftercareinformation/pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=zc1271

  Follow-up care is a key part of your treatment and safety. Be sure to make and go to all appointments, and call your doctor or nurse advice line (811 in most provinces and territories) if you are having problems. It’s also a good idea to know your test results and keep a list of the medicines you take. […] If clothing irritates your seborrheic keratosis, cover it with a bandage to prevent rubbing and bleeding. […] If you have a seborrheic keratosis removed, clean the area with soap and water two times a day unless your doctor gives you different instructions. Don’t use hydrogen peroxide or alcohol, which can slow healing. You may cover the wound with a thin layer of petroleum jelly, such as Vaseline, and a non-stick bandage. […] If you see a change in a skin growth, contact your doctor.

• #18 Seborrheic Keratosis: Care Instructions | Kaiser Permanente

  https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/health-wellness/health-encyclopedia/he.seborrheic-keratosis-care-instructions.zc1271

  Follow-up care is a key part of your treatment and safety. Be sure to make and go to all appointments, and call your doctor if you are having problems. It’s also a good idea to know your test results and keep a list of the medicines you take. […] If clothing irritates your seborrheic keratosis, cover it with a bandage to prevent rubbing and bleeding. […] If you have a seborrheic keratosis removed, clean the area with soap and water two times a day unless your doctor gives you different instructions. Don’t use hydrogen peroxide or alcohol, which can slow healing. […] You may cover the wound with a thin layer of petroleum jelly, such as Vaseline, and a nonstick bandage. […] If you see a change in a skin growth, contact your doctor. […] Call your doctor now or seek immediate medical care if:

• #19 Seborrheic Keratoses Treatment Long Beach | Heller Dermatology and Aesthetic Surgery

  https://www.hellerderm.com/medical-services/seborrheic-keratoses/

  Seborrheic Keratoses are harmless lesions, but they often become itchy or irritated especially from clothing. Over-the-counter hydrocortisone creams may help relieve symptoms such as itching and redness. […] No treatment is required. But, Seborrheic Keratoses can be removed if bothersome or for cosmetic purposes. Removal can be achieved with freezing with liquid nitrogen (cryotherapy), scraping (curettage), burning (electrocautery), or a high-concentration hydrogen peroxide topical solution (EskataTM). If the growth appears unusual, the dermatologist may recommend a skin biopsy.

• #20 | The Doctor Edges

  https://www.thedoctoredges.com/services/seborrheic-keratosis–sk–removal

  If the wound is undressed, a layer of Vaseline will cover it, and you should apply Vaseline at least twice daily. Use warm water and a cotton pad for daily cleansing. For dressed wounds, remove the dressing after 24 hours and cleanse with warm water and a cotton pad. Continue applying Vaseline at least twice a day to keep the treated area moist for optimal healing. Allow the wound to form a scab, which will naturally separate. Avoid picking the scab. The healed area will appear pink initially and then gradually fade to blend with your normal skin color.

• #21 Seborrheic Keratosis: Appearance, Causes, Treatment

  https://www.healthline.com/health/seborrheic-keratosis

  After having seborrheic keratosis professionally removed, your skin may be lighter at the site of removal. The difference in skin color often becomes less noticeable over time. […] Most of the time a seborrheic keratosis growth won’t return, but it’s possible to develop a new one on another part of your body. […] Dermatologists recommend not removing skin growths yourself. […] Attempting to remove seborrheic keratosis by picking or scratching at it can result in complications, such as: bleeding, inflammation, infection. […] Because doctors typically submit growths removed from your skin to a lab for testing, removing a growth yourself can potentially also delay a skin cancer diagnosis.

• #22 Seborrheic Keratosis – Richmond Dermatology

  https://www.richmonddermatology.com/condition/seborrheic-keratosis/

  Seborrheic keratosis (seb-o-REE-ik care-uh-TOE-sis) is a common skin growth. It may seem worrisome because it can look like a wart, pre-cancerous skin growth (actinic keratosis), or skin cancer. Despite their appearance, seborrheic keratoses are harmless. Most people get these growths when they are middle-aged or older. […] Because seborrheic keratoses are harmless, they most often do not need treatment. […] A dermatologist may remove a seborrheic keratosis when it is: […] After the removal of a seborrheic keratosis, the skin may be lighter than the surrounding skin. This usually fades with time. Sometimes it is permanent. Most removed seborrheic keratoses do not return. But a new one may occur elsewhere.

• #23 Seborrheic Keratosis: What Is It, Causes, Risks & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/21721-seborrheic-keratosis

  Seborrheic keratosis is a common benign (noncancerous) skin growth. It tends to appear in middle age and you may get more as you get older. […] Your healthcare provider can help diagnose your seborrheic keratosis and remove it for you if you’d like. […] If it is clearly a seborrheic keratosis, it won’t require any treatment. But you might want to have it removed if it becomes itchy or irritated or you don’t like the look of it. Your healthcare provider can remove it for you in the office using one of several common methods. […] Medical offices offer several options for removing your seborrheic keratosis: […] Your healthcare provider will numb the skin and then use liquid nitrogen to freeze the growth. This will cause it to fall off within a few days or weeks. […] Your healthcare provider will numb the skin and then use a targeted electrocurrent to burn the seborrheic keratosis.

• #24 Seborrheic Keratosis Treatment: Topicals and Surgery

  https://www.verywellhealth.com/seborrheic-keratosis-treatment-7561681

  Seborrheic keratosis treatment is often not needed. These wartlike growths, also called skin barnacles or barnacles of aging, are harmless. Many people choose to have them removed to relieve symptoms or improve the way they look. […] Choosing the right treatment can be a challenge. Treatments like cryotherapy and shave excision produce the best results, though they have risks of side effects. Topical treatments can help but may take time and produce fewer results. […] The goal of seborrheic keratosis treatment is usually not related to medical treatment. The primary purpose of removing skin barnacles typically involves the following: Remove visible signs of the disease for cosmetic reasons. Reduce bothersome symptoms, especially pruritus (itching) and erythema (skin redness or discoloration). Remove growths that are easily irritated by clothing and jewelry. Extract a sample for skin cancer testing.

• #25 Seborrheic Keratoses – Dermatology | UCLA Health

  https://www.uclahealth.org/medical-services/dermatology/conditions-treated/seborrheic-keratoses

  A seborrheic keratosis is a common, harmless, wartlike growth that tends to increase in number with age. […] Because seborrheic keratoses are harmless, they usually do not need treatment. Your dermatologist may remove a seborrheic keratosis if it becomes: […] At UCLA Dermatology, our specialists may use one of the following treatments to remove a seborrheic keratosis: […] After removing the seborrheic keratosis, your physician may perform a biopsy on it to check for skin cancer.

• #26 Seborrheic Keratosis: What Is It, Causes, Risks & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/21721-seborrheic-keratosis

  After numbing the skin, your healthcare provider will carefully shave off the growth and smooth the skin underneath with a surgical curette. […] Lasers offer an alternative to surgery by burning the growth, sterilizing the wound and sealing the tissue all at once. […] The FDA has recently approved a topical solution of 40% hydrogen peroxide to treat seborrheic keratosis. […] Some over-the-counter topical treatments have shown promise for reducing seborrheic keratoses. […] You should see your healthcare provider if you notice: […] If you want to have it removed, there are a number of options available. Your healthcare provider can walk you through the pros and cons of each method and help you determine the best one for you, based on the nature and location of the growth.

• #27 Seborrheic Keratosis Treatment & Management: Medical Care, Surgical Care, Consultations

  https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1059477-treatment

  A variety of techniques may be used to treat seborrheic keratoses. They include cryotherapy with carbon dioxide (dry ice) or liquid nitrogen, electrodesiccation, electrodesiccation and curettage, curettage alone, shave biopsy or excision using a scalpel, or a laser or dermabrasion surgery. […] The shave biopsy provides histologic material for accurate diagnosis and removes the lesion in a cosmetically acceptable manner at the same time. […] If a biopsy is not desired, light electrodesiccation facilitates a sharp curettage. […] Freezing seborrheic keratoses with dry ice or liquid nitrogen avoids the need for surgical excision; however, complications of freezing include pigmentary changes and on occasion, scarring. […] Curettage in conjunction with liquid nitrogen generally gives better results than liquid nitrogen alone.

• #28 Seborrheic Keratosis Treatment & Management: Medical Care, Surgical Care, Consultations

  https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1059477-treatment

  Ammonium lactate and alpha hydroxy acids have been reported to reduce the height of seborrheic keratoses. Superficial lesions can be treated by carefully applying pure trichloroacetic acid and repeating if the full thickness is not removed on the first treatment. […] Topical treatment with tazarotene cream 0.1% applied twice daily for 16 weeks caused clinical improvement in seborrheic keratoses in 7 of 15 patients. […] In 2017, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a concentrated hydrogen peroxide 40% solution (Eskata) for adults with raised seborrheic keratosis. The solution is available within an applicator pen and is administered in a medical office setting by a healthcare professional. […] A drug that inhibits the activity of Akt kinase is currently under development and may cause seborrheic keratoses to self-destruct.

• #29 Seborrheic Keratosis – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/books/NBK545285/

  A team-oriented approach results in the best outcomes for patients with seborrheic keratosis. Early incorporation of a dermatologist into the patients care may aid in the screening and identification of any new or suspicious skin lesions. […] Nurses will often have more contact with the patient, can provide counseling, monitor treatment effectiveness following the procedure, and can report to the managing clinician regarding their observations or potential complications from treatment. […] By fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect, healthcare professionals can enhance patient-centered care, improve outcomes, and elevate team performance in managing patients affected by seborrheic keratosis.

• #30 Seborrheic Keratosis: Care Instructions | Kaiser Permanente

  https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/health-wellness/health-encyclopedia/he.seborrheic-keratosis-care-instructions.zc1271

  You have an area of normal skin that suddenly changes in shape, size, or how it looks. […] Your skin is badly broken from scratching. […] You have signs of infection such as: […] Watch closely for changes in your health, and be sure to contact your doctor if: […] You do not get better as expected.

• #31 Seborrheic Keratosis | CommonSpirit Health

  https://www.commonspirit.org/conditions-treatments/seborrheic-keratosis

  Seborrheic keratosis: When to call […] If clothing irritates your seborrheic keratosis, cover it with a bandage to prevent rubbing and bleeding. […] If you have a seborrheic keratosis removed, clean the area with soap and water two times a day unless your doctor gives you different instructions. […] You may cover the wound with a thin layer of petroleum jelly, such as Vaseline, and a nonstick bandage. […] If you see a change in a skin growth, contact your doctor. […] Watch closely for changes in your health, and be sure to contact your doctor if: You do not get better as expected.

• #32 Seborrheic Keratosis Treatment & Management: Medical Care, Surgical Care, Consultations

  https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1059477-treatment

  Application of 70% glycolic acid for 3-5 minutes prior to curetting also is effective. […] No consultations are needed, unless the sudden appearance of multiple pruritic seborrheic keratoses occurs (known as the Leser-Trlat sign). […] No activity restrictions are recommended. […] Follow-up for patients with multiple seborrheic keratoses is important because malignant tumors can develop elsewhere on the body (or rarely within a seborrheic keratosis). New seborrheic keratoses develop as people age. Patients who see a doctor and who are assured that these lesions are benign may not pay attention to newly appearing lesions that continue to develop over time. One of the newly appearing lesions may not be a seborrheic keratosis but, in fact, a malignant tumor.

• #33 Be Proactive About Skin Growths – Samaritan Health Servicescircle-chevronemailfacebookSHS AffiliateinstagramlinkedinMyChart IconMyHealthPlan IconphonepinterestSearch Iconsilhouettetwitteryoutube

  https://samhealth.org/news/be-proactive-about-skin-growths/

  If you are considering removal of your seborrheic keratosis, it’s important to talk with your health care provider about your concerns and what options are best for you. […] Taking care of your skin throughout your life can keep you from other common issues that may affect you as you age such as skin cancer, eczema, severely dry or itchy skin, and infections. […] To keep your skin healthy as you age, Gleason recommends the following: Limit your sun exposure and use sunscreen. […] Ready for your skin checkup? Talk with your doctor at your next appointment or schedule a visit with a dermatologist.

• #34 Navigating Seborrheic Keratoses: From Diagnosis to Treatment

  https://www.usdermatologypartners.com/blog/seborrheic-keratoses-identification-treatment/

  If you and your dermatologist decide that removing the seborrheic keratoses growths is the best option, there are several ways of treating seborrheic keratosis, including: […] Following any of these procedures, most people only see some lightening of the skin that clears up with time. […] The best thing you can do if you notice warning signs of early-stage seborrheic keratosis is to seek professional medical advice right away. […] According to Dr. Zaesim, „Talking to a dermatologist about any areas of skin concern is very important. Not only can they provide you with treatment and diagnosis, but they can also put your mind at ease if you’re worrying about potential risks.” […] If you have symptoms you think may be seborrheic keratosis, a dermatologist can help you better understand your skin and find the right dermatologic treatments to address any concerns.

• #35 Understanding Seborrheic Keratosis

  http://healthlibrary.touro.com/YourFamily/OlderAdults/Tools/3,90750

  A seborrheic keratosis is a wart-like growth on the skin. These growths are not cancer. Most people get these growths when they are middle age or older. […] Seborrheic keratoses dont need to be treated unless they bother you. You may want them removed because you don’t like how they look. You may also want them removed because they get irritated and uncomfortable. […] Seborrheic keratoses are not cancer, but they can look like some types of skin cancer. So, its a good idea to ask your healthcare provider to check any new skin growths. […] Call your healthcare provider right away if any of these occur: You develop a lot of seborrheic keratoses very quickly. You have a sore that doesn’t heal in a few weeks, or heals and then comes back. You have a mole or skin growth that is changing in size, shape, or color. You have a mole or skin growth that looks different on 1 side from the other. You have a mole or skin growth that is not the same color throughout. You have a mole or skin growth that bleeds.

• #36 Understanding Seborrheic Keratosis

  https://healthlibrary.wjmc.org/library/diseasesconditions/Adult/Liver/3,90750

  A seborrheic keratosis is a wart-like growth on the skin. These growths are not cancer. Most people get these growths when they are middle age or older. […] Seborrheic keratoses dont need to be treated unless they bother you. You may want them removed because you don’t like how they look. You may also want them removed because they get irritated and uncomfortable. Sometimes, seborrheic keratoses can look like more dangerous skin lesions. Your healthcare provider may remove them (biopsy) to tell the difference. A provider can remove them in an office visit. Ways that seborrheic keratoses can be removed include: […] Seborrheic keratoses are not cancer, but they can look like some types of skin cancer. So, its a good idea to ask your healthcare provider to check any new skin growths. Ask your provider about any skin problem that concerns you. […] Call your healthcare provider right away if any of these occur: […] You develop a lot of seborrheic keratoses very quickly. […] You have a mole or skin growth that is changing in size, shape, or color. […] You have a mole or skin growth that bleeds.

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