{"id":21878,"date":"2023-03-28T09:49:52","date_gmt":"2023-03-28T04:49:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/?p=21878"},"modified":"2023-05-26T11:29:59","modified_gmt":"2023-05-26T06:29:59","slug":"preventing-treating-actinic-keratosis-in-dubai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/preventing-treating-actinic-keratosis-in-dubai\/","title":{"rendered":"Preventing &#038; Treating Actinic Keratosis in Dubai"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The sun, as vital as it is to live, can also be a source of multiple skin conditions due to the number of UV rays that sunlight contains. During the last century or so, cases of skin diseases caused by UV exposure have dramatically increased and with the increase in pollution and toxins in the air and the damage they cause to the ozone layer, it is predicted that these problems are just beginning. One of these skin conditions, which can even turn into a form of skin cancer, is known as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/dermatology\/actinic-keratosis-treatment\/\">Actinic Keratosis<\/a>, also known as solar keratosis. <\/span><b>Preventing &amp; Treating Actinic Keratosis in Dubai, Abu Dhabi &amp; Sharjah <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">early can help in resolving the issue with medication.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prevention_Is_Better_Than_Treatment\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prevention Is Better Than Treatment:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Solar keratosis is not threatening and can sometimes resolve on its own but in cases where even topical ointments or gels fail to resolve Actinic Keratosis, other cosmetic treatment options are considered. Symptoms include a rash or scaly patch on the skin with colors ranging between brown, red or pink. Usually occurring on the upper torso, this condition can worsen if left untreated and may spread to other areas. Exposure to UV rays through sunlight or any unnatural source can increase the number of scaly patches of dry itchy skin, and if left untreated the condition may evolve into a cancerous form known as squamous cell carcinoma which is not usually life-threatening if detected early. If unresponsive, other treatment plans may be required which are designed specifically for treating solar keratosis. <\/span><b>Enfield Royal Clinic in Dubai<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offers multiple options in this regard, continue reading below for more information on the subject.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" 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href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/preventing-treating-actinic-keratosis-in-dubai\/#Prevention_Is_Better_Than_Treatment\" >Prevention Is Better Than Treatment:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/preventing-treating-actinic-keratosis-in-dubai\/#When_To_Seek_Help\" >When To Seek Help:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/preventing-treating-actinic-keratosis-in-dubai\/#Results\" >Results:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/preventing-treating-actinic-keratosis-in-dubai\/#Diagnosis_Is_the_Key\" >Diagnosis Is the Key:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/preventing-treating-actinic-keratosis-in-dubai\/#Different_Treatment_Options\" >Different Treatment Options:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/preventing-treating-actinic-keratosis-in-dubai\/#Laser_Therapy\" >Laser Therapy:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/preventing-treating-actinic-keratosis-in-dubai\/#Cryotherapy\" >Cryotherapy:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/preventing-treating-actinic-keratosis-in-dubai\/#Chemical_Peel_Therapy\" >Chemical Peel Therapy:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/preventing-treating-actinic-keratosis-in-dubai\/#Curettage\" >Curettage:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/preventing-treating-actinic-keratosis-in-dubai\/#Prevention\" >Prevention:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/preventing-treating-actinic-keratosis-in-dubai\/#Book_a_Consultation\" >Book a Consultation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_To_Seek_Help\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When To Seek Help:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is advised to consult a dermatologist if you have any of the following symptoms<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A dry bump or rash appearing on the upper torso, face, or head<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bleeding or swelling in the patchy area<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Discoloration of skin<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Itching, or a burning sensation<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some skin types are more prone to this condition but only a specialist can determine the nature and progress of actinic keratosis.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Results\"><\/span>Results:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-23399\" src=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Best-Preventing-Treating-Actinic-Keratosis-in-Dubai.jpg\" alt=\"Best Preventing &amp; Treating Actinic Keratosis in Dubai\" width=\"259\" height=\"172\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Best-Preventing-Treating-Actinic-Keratosis-in-Dubai.jpg 259w, https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Best-Preventing-Treating-Actinic-Keratosis-in-Dubai-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 259px) 100vw, 259px\" \/> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-23401\" src=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Preventing-Treating-Actinic-Keratosis-in-Dubai.jpg\" alt=\"Preventing &amp; Treating Actinic Keratosis in Dubai\" width=\"259\" height=\"172\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Preventing-Treating-Actinic-Keratosis-in-Dubai.jpg 259w, https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Preventing-Treating-Actinic-Keratosis-in-Dubai-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 259px) 100vw, 259px\" \/> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-23400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Preventing-Treating-Actinic-Keratosis-Clinic-in-Abu-Dhabi.jpg\" alt=\"Preventing &amp; Treating Actinic Keratosis Clinic in Abu Dhabi\" width=\"259\" height=\"172\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Preventing-Treating-Actinic-Keratosis-Clinic-in-Abu-Dhabi.jpg 259w, https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Preventing-Treating-Actinic-Keratosis-Clinic-in-Abu-Dhabi-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 259px) 100vw, 259px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diagnosis_Is_the_Key\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diagnosis Is the Key:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This skin condition can sometimes be confused with other forms of skin diseases which is why we recommend making a brief consultation before opting for any of the treatments mentioned below. If for some reason you have failed to get yourself checked in time, remember that it is never too late to seek immediate care especially when the alternative is cancer. During your initial consultation, keep the following points under consideration,<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure to discuss your complete medical history including any previous treatment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any medication that you are taking or any allergies you may have.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should also avoid smoking or drinking since these inhibit your body\u2019s ability to heal faster.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Different_Treatment_Options\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Different Treatment Options:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In most progressive cases of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/dermatology\/actinic-keratosis-treatment\/\">actinic keratosis<\/a>, ointments, and gels often fail to completely heal the rash. This is where cosmetology and dermatology combine and provide a number of treatment procedures for this small yet dangerous skin problem.\u00a0 All the treatments are designed specifically for this purpose including but limited to,<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Laser_Therapy\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Laser Therapy:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ablative lasers have become increasingly popular in treating solar keratosis and help by destroying selective tissue affected by the skin condition. These may result in scarring or burns.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cryotherapy\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cryotherapy:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This involves treating the affected area with liquid nitrogen to remove the damaged tissue. The freezing temperature damages the tissue which peels off leaving fresh new skin. This method is quick but may result in swelling, blisters, and redness. OTC ointments may be prescribed to help with the healing afterward.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chemical_Peel_Therapy\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chemical Peel Therapy:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This involves using medical-grade chemicals which are designed especially for treating Actinic Keratosis. Results are quick and painless but the method is performed only by a medical specialist.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Curettage\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Curettage:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this method a special tool is designed to scrape off the damaged tissue. This is recommended in case you have a thicker type of keratosis. Combined with electrosurgery, this treatment works by destroying the tissue after scraping off the dead cells above.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prevention\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prevention:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even after your solar keratosis heals, bear the following instruction in mind to avoid future outbreaks.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid direct sunlight or UV rays.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make it a habit to use sunblock.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use protective clothing if you have to be in the sun.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Examine skin regularly to spot any new patches immediately.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Book_a_Consultation\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Book a Consultation<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/dermatology\/\">Enfield Royal Dermatology Clinic in Dubai<\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">offers consultation by qualified dermatologists who specialize in treating these types of skin conditions. Fill out the form below to book a consultation as early as possible if you have symptoms of keratosis because <\/span><b>Preventing &amp; Treating Actinic Keratosis in Dubai, Abu Dhabi &amp; Sharjah <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">earlier is not just easier by also less costly.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The sun, as vital as it is to live, can also be a source of multiple skin conditions due to&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":21879,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[300],"tags":[81],"class_list":["post-21878","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-dermatologist","tag-actinic-keratosis-treatment"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/21878","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=21878"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/21878\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/21879"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=21878"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=21878"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=21878"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}