Dermoscopy: A Vital Tool In Actinic Keratosis Diagnosis And Management For Improved Patient Outcomes
Actinic keratosis (AK), caused by chronic sun exposure, is a precancerous skin lesion. Dermoscopy plays a crucial role in diagnosing AK, revealing characteristic features such as erythema, scale, crust, and irregular vessels. These features aid in differentiating AK from other skin conditions. Dermoscopy also guides treatment decisions, assisting in laser therapy, cryotherapy, and topical therapy…