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Is Actinic Keratosis, Related With Lumps On Face?
My dermatologist told me to watch small flesh colored lumps on my face,in case they got bigger. I don t know what they are called. They appear to be lumps that are raised skin, not cysts. I have one that seems to come and go. A few times it came up and I could really feel it, and then it seemed to go down under the skin. I can still feel it there. Recently I had something like that on my eyelid. It was definitely there. I could see it, (a tiny flesh-colored roundish lump on my eyelid). But now it is gone. What is this? I have had actinic keratosis before. Is this related? My skin is fairly light colored.
Thu, 23 Jun 2016
Hello,
I can understand your concern. The description of the lumps you have given does fit in the description of the actinic keratosis so the possibility cannot be denied.
However, confirmation of the diagnosis is essential as actinic keratosis is closely related with development of skin cancer. I would advise you to visit a dermatologist or oral & maxillofacial surgeon or plastic surgeon for physical examination of the lumps. Physical examination plays a major role in the diagnosis of this disorder.
In addition, you might need to go for a biopsy as cell type can be confirmed only under microscope. Based on the test results, diagnosis can be made and treatment can be decided.
I hope this information helps you. Thank you for choosing HealthcareMagic. Take care.
Best,
Dr. Viraj Shah
I can understand your concern. The description of the lumps you have given does fit in the description of the actinic keratosis so the possibility cannot be denied.
However, confirmation of the diagnosis is essential as actinic keratosis is closely related with development of skin cancer. I would advise you to visit a dermatologist or oral & maxillofacial surgeon or plastic surgeon for physical examination of the lumps. Physical examination plays a major role in the diagnosis of this disorder.
In addition, you might need to go for a biopsy as cell type can be confirmed only under microscope. Based on the test results, diagnosis can be made and treatment can be decided.
I hope this information helps you. Thank you for choosing HealthcareMagic. Take care.
Best,
Dr. Viraj Shah
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