Seborrheic Keratosis
Understanding Seborrheic Keratosis (SK)
Seborrheic keratoses are the most common benign skin growths that affect people older than 50 years old. They are often found in groups but can occur as a single growth. Most people will develop at least one during their lives. SK tends to run in families. SKs are flat or slightly raised scaly, pigmented growths that look “stuck on” the face, chest, shoulders and back; however, they may occur anywhere on the body. SKs may itch and becomes irritated. Picking at them can cause bleeding, and infection. If they are not irritated or infected treatment is not necessary, but cryotherapy and other modalities may be used to address cosmetic concerns.
Treatment for Seborrheic Keratosis
While the cause is not completely understood and the disease is not curable, it can be treated. Treatment is geared towards reducing or eliminating signs and symptoms, treating Demodex mite overgrowth, preventing flare ups, and preventing progression of the disease.
For most patients, treatment involves a combination of topical and oral medications. Lasers and light-based treatments can be effective. If you have ocular rosacea, your treatment plan may include warm compresses, eyelid cleansing, eye medications, as well as, oral anti-inflammatory antibiotics.
Schedule a consultation with Dr. White to learn if you have rosacea or other inflammatory skin disease, and the best options to control your symptoms. Left untreated rosacea signs and symptoms can become increasingly severe.
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