Many of us are relatively unaware of the term 'keratosis' and for those that have come into contact with it, their first point of reference is usually 'prelude to cancer'. So is this true, is keratosis really a prelusion to cancer? To understand this we must start by learning to recognize the distinctive branches of keratosis and manner in which they can be prevented and treated.

DISTINGUISHING THE VARIATIONS OF KERATOSIS

Keratosis Pilaris

The most common of all forms of keratosis, this hereditary condition affects roughly one-in-two people at some point in their lives. Keratosis pilaris is commonly found as rough, spiky, gooseflesh-type skin, usually found upon the upper arms, cheeks or thighs, and occasionally on the back or buttocks. Treatment can involve topical solutions or microdermabrasion; however the simple use of a natural skin rejuvenation program is usually the most effective and non-intrusive solution.

Seborrheic Keratosis

Seborrheic keratoses are benign growths of the skin, they do not represent cancer. They typically appear as light brown areas on the skin that appear to be 'stuck on'. They can breakout in any location, but they most often occur on the face, chest, and back; and tend to grow slowly over time. Because seborrheic keratoses can grow to be very large, unsightly, and itchy doctors can remove them on request. However, the irritation or itchiness can be easily treated with the use of a deep moisturizing skin care cream.

Acrinic Keratosis

Actinic keratosis, also referred to as solar keratosis, is premalignant, and therefore a potentially life threatening pre-cancerous cell. However, nearly all acrinic keratosis can be removed without progressing into skin cancers which makes early detection and prevention vital.

Actinic keratosis is characterized by a scaly, crusty, horny, dry bump on the skin surface. The base may be light or dark, tan, pink, red, a combination of these, or the same color as your skin. It is most commonly found on the parts of the body most frequently exposed to sunshine.

Treatment is usually centered on the removal of the effected areas. This is often achieved through Cryosurgery, where the lesions are frozen off with liquid nitrogen. Chemical peels can also be implemented, whereby acid renders away the top layers of skin, which is later replaced by the growth of new skin.

TREATMENT FOR KERATOSIS

Treatment for keratosis doesn't necessarily need to be an engrossing matter. Other than acrinic keratosis, the majority of the inflammation and discomfort caused by keratosis can be effortlessly reduced and maintained by combining a natural skin exfoliate that actively regenerates the skin with an effective non-toxic moisturizer.