Seborrheic keratosis are benign skin growth that are black, brown, or tan in color. They generally appear in older adults and can be seen in the head, neck, back, or chest. It is most often confused with melanoma, as they have a raised and scaly surface, and they can grow up to an inch.
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I suspect having melanoma. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I have a mole on the right side of my face. It is uneven, weirdly colored, has no clear lines and bleed easily if scratched. I have a lot of moles in my scalp but none like this. Could it be melanoma? If it is not then can I just scratch it off? I wish to know your opinion. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your photos (attachment removed to protect patient identity). As per experience only two skin diseases looks like this. The first one is of course melanoma and the second is seborrheic keratosis. The main signs and symptoms of melanoma are as follows... Read Full »
What is the cause behind the black spots on penile skin?
Query: Hi doctor,I am having some black spots on penile skin. What to do? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com.It could be seborrheic keratosis or maybe a mole or wart. Read Full »
What are the lesions on the back of my 65-year-old dad?
Query: Hello doctor, My dad is 65 years old and has lesions on his back. I have attached images for your reference. What could these be? He has a normal liver function test although his abdominal ultrasound shows fatty liver grade 2. He also has a normal lipid profile. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have viewed the images attached (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The dark spots are perhaps seborrheic keratosis which is a benign epidermal skin lesion. They are a part of aging and only of cosmetic concern. If desired, the seborrheic keratosis can ... Read Full »
I have dead skin peelings on my face. What is the reason for the white patches in my cheeks?
Query: Hello doctor,I have white patches in both the cheeks. It appears like a dandruff and the dead skin peels off. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. From the images attached (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), your condition is suggestive of seborrheic dermatitis. Follow the below instructions. Apply Ketoconazole 1 % lotion 20 minutes before bath for 20 days. Use Ketoconazole soap for bath for 30 d... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor,I have been suffering from freckles due to sun exposure, which turned into brown moles. I cannot wear a swimming suit when needed. Kindly suggest treatment.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. I have reviewed the images sent by you (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity) and can infer that seborrheic keratosis is also present along with freckles. Freckles or ephelis are common in individuals who get sunburn e... Read Full »
Is 2 % Hydrocortisone cream effective against warts?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 58-year-old female, in the last seven days, I have developed a small raised, round wart-like sore on my chest. In the last three years, I have had two instances of sebaceous cysts (one in my cleavage and one on the back of my neck) that had to be opened and drained. I take only ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I understand your concern. It seems you have developed infected seborrheic keratosis or maybe eczematous dermatitis. You can use topical Mupirocin ointment and take oral tablets of Azithromycin or Augmentin (Amoxicillin and Potassium clavul... Read Full »
My mother has had a black mole for 6 years. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, My mom, who is now 60-year-old has a black mole kind of mark on her left cheek. It was there even six years before, but it was less noticeable. She does not have any itching or pain, or bleeding on the mole, and the mole remained almost the same size. But there may be a slight increase i... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is a seborrheic keratosis. It is a benign epidermal growth that can be removed with a cautery if desired. Treatment is done only for cosmetic reasons. Take care. Read Full »
I have a small mole on my shoulder. Could it be cancerous?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 76-year-old male with no history of cancer. I have a small mole on my shoulder. Could it be cancerous? Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I understand your concern. The condition appears to be seborrheic keratosis. It appears due to multiple reasons, including genetic susceptibility, where it runs in the family and may be transmitted genetically, due to excess sun exposure, a... Read Full »
I have had a mole near my pubic area, which does not itch or pain. What should I do?
Query: Hi doctor, Is this a mole or just a seborrheic keratosis? It is located in my pubic area. I noticed it about three months ago. Although I have had it for a few months, I have no pain or itchiness. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. As per the history and image provided (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), it appears as and may be provisionally diagnosed as seborrheic keratosis (SK). Although it usually appears on the face, arms, and back, SK may also a... Read Full »
Why are there few dark spots seen on the penis shaft?
Query: Hi doctor, Today while bathing, I noticed a few dark spots on my penis shaft. I am currently taking medication for high blood pressure. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome back to icliniq.com. Please send a few more good-quality photographs taken in natural light from different angles and distances. Do you any symptoms? I am looking forward to your response to help you. Regards. Read Full »
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