Actinic Keratosis is a common skin condition. It is characterized by scaly or crusty growths on the skin. Actinic Keratosis is usually caused by exposure to the sun and is most commonly found on areas ofActinic Keratosis is a precancerous skin condition that develops as a result of long term exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet rays. It is characterized by dry, scaly patches or bumps that typically appear on areas of skin exposed to the sun, such as the face, ears, scalp, neck, hands, and forearms. If left untreated, actinic keratosis may develop into skin cancer, such as squamous cell carcinoma. It is important to protect your skin from the sun and to have regular skin checks with a dermatologist to detect and monitor any signs of skin cancer.

Ultraviolet (UV) rays are a type of electromagnetic radiation that are emitted by the sun and are not visible to the human eye. There are three types of UV rays, UVA, UVB, and UVC. UVC rays are absorbed by the Earth’s atmosphere and do not reach the skin. UVB rays are responsible for causing sunburn and are the primary cause of skin cancer. UVA rays penetrate deep into the skin, causing damage to the skin’s DNA, accelerating skin aging, and also contributing to skin cancer. It is important to protect your skin from both UVA and UVB rays by wearing protective clothing, seeking shade, and applying sunscreen with broad-spectrum protection.