kerrostaso
Kerrostaso, also known as stratified keratosis or actinic keratosis, is a common precancerous skin condition characterized by rough, scaly patches that develop on sun-exposed areas of the skin. It primarily affects individuals with fair skin who have had significant exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, often due to prolonged sun exposure or tanning bed use. Kerrostaso typically appears as small, rough, or crusty spots that may be flesh-colored, pink, or reddish-brown, and can sometimes feel like sandpaper.
The condition arises from abnormal growths of keratinocytes, the cells responsible for producing keratin, a protective
Diagnosis is usually made through a visual examination by a dermatologist, though a biopsy may be performed
Prevention of kerrostaso involves minimizing sun exposure by wearing protective clothing, using broad-spectrum sunscreen with a