Bowen's disease is otherwise known as squamous cell carcinoma insitu. This condition is an early form of skin cancer, which is treatable. The typical sign of Bowen's disease is the appearance of a red scaly patch on the skin. Bowen's disease is managed by excision, Mohs surgery, curettage and electrodessication, radiotherapy, and cryotherapy.
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Why do I have soreness and a non-healing scab on my arm?
Query: Hello doctor, I have soreness on arm and scabs but when the scab falls off, it does not heal. An original sore was small rounded with a crust. Sore is over a year old. I am using aloe vera cream and steroid cream for a month. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have noted your concern and I have viewed the images (attachment removed to protect patient identity). I can see a crusted plaque. This could be either in situ carcinoma (Bowen's disease) or a squamous cell carcinoma. I can see signs of photodamage in the backgroun... Read Full »
I have tanned spots on the lower left leg. Is it cancerous?
Query: Hi doctor, I have flat brown or tanned spots on the lower left leg for the past two years. It itches very rarely. It is much flat. It was due to rubbing or scratching. Currently, I am taking tablet Amlodipine, tablet Benazepril, tablet Satin 10 mg for cholesterol and acid reflux medications. My last... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the attachment (attachment removed to protect patient identity). I can see a scaly, red patch. It seems like a chronic eczematous dermatitis patch perhaps psoriasis. I suggest you use a moisturizer over that area. In addition, I suggest you apply a p... Read Full »