Medical Definition of Keratiasis

1. A skin lesion that is abnormally sensitive to the effects of ultraviolet light (sunlight). Thought to be a precancerous skin lesion that is more common in the fair-skinned or elderly individual. Approximately 20% of these skin lesions will develop into squamous cell carcinoma. Prevention includes the use of sun screen agents and the avoidance of drugs (for example tetracyclines) known to cause photosensitivity reactions. Usually a discreet slightly raised, red or pink lesion located on a sun exposed surface. Texture may appear as rough, gritty or scaly. Growths may be biopsied to look for cancer or removed via cryotherapy or electrical cautery. Some topical agents may be used to promote peeling. (27 Sep 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Keratiasis

Kera
keramic
keramics
keramographic
Kerandel's symptom
keraphyllocele
kerasin
kerat-
keratalgia
keratan sulfate
keratan sulphate
keratectasia
keratectasia
keratectomy
keratein
keratiasis (current term)
keratic
keratic precipitates
keratin
keratin
keratinases
keratinisation
keratinise
keratinised
keratinised cell
keratinising epithelium
keratinization
keratinization
keratinizations
keratinize

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