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Difference between Actinic Keratosis and Psoriasis

Vineet Nanda

Updated on 01-Mar-2023 452 Views

Rough, red, precancerous patches can appear on the skin due to a condition called actinic keratosis. Psoriasis occurs when an inflammatory reaction causes regions of the skin to become red and scaly. What is Actinic Keratosis? Actinic keratosis develops when epidermal keratinocytes undergo alterations. Causes and prevalence − Actinic keratosis is caused by being exposed to the sun's UV rays. The illness manifests up after repeated sunburns over time and often affects those with fair skin in their medium to late adult years. Symptoms and complications − Areas of skin change texture and appearance, becoming rough and scaly. They ...