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David Altman, MD
Tiffany K. Cukrowski, DO
Helen D’Sa, DO
Stuart Gildenberg, MD
Christine Go, PA-C
Kelly Holmes, PA-C
D’Anne Kleinsmith, MD
Kent J. Krach, MD, F.A.C.M.S.
Sara Lampman, NP-C
Linda Morrison, NP
Heather Orkwis, DO
John Pomann, MD
Mika Sachs, PA-C
Kayla St. Claire, MD
Daniel M. Stewart, DO
Brian Stewart, DO
Kacie Stoll, MSN, NP-C
Wei Su, MD
Caroline Sulich-Moore, DNP
Mary G. Veremis-Ley, DO
Rebecca Wang, MD
Katherine Wasek, PA-C
Megan Winkler, FNP-C
Zijian Zheng, DO
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Clinton Township Office (Ste. 228)
Clinton Township Office (Ste. 100)
Farmington Hills Office
Midwest Skin Cancer Surgery Office
Shelby Office
Spa 43
St. Clair Shores Office
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Conditions Acne
Actinic Keratosis
Angiomas & Hemangiomas
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)
Hair Loss & Alopecia
Herpes Zoster (Shingles)
Melanoma
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Mohs Surgery
Mole Removal
Photodynamic Therapy (PDT)
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Conditions Acne
Brown Spots and Discoloration
Crows Feet
Dark Eye Circles
Double Chin
Enlarged Pores
Lines and Wrinkles
Sagging Skin
Skin Pigmentation
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Coolsculpting®
Facial Fillers
Hair Removal
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Actinic Keratosis

A rough, scaly patch, bump or reddish spot on areas of the skin often exposed to the sun, such as the face, ears, neck, hands and forearms.

What is it?

Actinic keratosis is among the prevalent skin issues we address at Midwest Dermatology. Often referred to as solar keratosis due to extended exposure to the sun, tanning beds or sunlamps, actinic keratosis is a precancerous skin growth manifesting as red, pink or brown spots on the skin's surface. These spots usually appear on sun-exposed areas such as the face, lips, ears, neck, hands, arms and shoulders. This condition is widespread, particularly affecting adults due to prolonged exposure to ultraviolet light. Minimizing exposure to the sun and shielding your skin from UV rays can help reduce your risk of developing actinic keratosis. We all enjoy the sun, but it can also pose harm. Sun damage can accumulate throughout the year in Michigan - even during the frigid winter months. Thus, we recommend using SPF 30+ sunscreen and limiting your time under those harmful rays all year long.


How is it treated?

Should actinic keratoses remain untreated, there's a risk it could evolve into a type of skin cancer known as squamous cell carcinoma. Our skilled, doctor-led staff will thoroughly examine any doubtful area on your skin and guarantee swift and secure treatment. These growths are often removed via a cooling procedure, medicated topical creams, gels or cryotherapy. Schedule your appointment today at our medical practice in Farmington Hills, Shelby Township, Clinton Township, Warren or St. Claire Shores, Michigan, if you detect any new or changing spots on your skin.

THE TREATMENTS BELOW CAN HELP WITH ACTINIC KERATOSIS:
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