🩺 Dry, Scaly Patches? Know What You’re Treating Not all flaky spots are the same — some could be harmless, others could be precancerous. Two common look-alikes are Actinic Keratoses (precancers) and Psoriasis, but they have very different causes and treatments. 🔹 Actinic Keratoses (Precancers) • Caused by chronic sun exposure over decades • Common in ages 40 • Found on face, hands, arms, ears, lips • Appear as small, sharp, scaly patches • Treated with liquid nitrogen, chemo cream, or blue lig

🚨Think that rough, scaly patch is just dry skin? It could be actinic keratosis—an early warning sign of sun damage that could lead to skin cancer if left untreated. As a dermatologist, I’m here to help you spot it early and treat it effectively. Remember, prevention is key! ☀️🧴Daily SPF use will decrease the chances of actinic keratoses. Start TODAY! 💖Share this with someone who needs to hear this! Drop your questions below 💬👇🏼 #ActinicKeratosis #SunDamage #SkinCancerAwareness #Dermatology