SEBORRHOEIC KERATOSIS
REMOVAL AND TREATMENT

Seborrhoeic keratosis (SK) is a common, non-cancerous skin growth that typically appears as a wart-like or scaly patch on the skin. It tends to develop with age, often appearing in older adults, and is considered one of the most common types of benign skin tumours. Though they are generally harmless, seborrhoeic keratoses can sometimes cause cosmetic concerns or confusion due to their similarity to other skin conditions, including melanoma.​​​

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​They are slow-growing, benign (non-cancerous) growth that forms on the skin’s outer layer, or epidermis. These growths vary in size, shape, and colour, but they typically appear as raised, waxy, or scaly patches that can range from light brown to black. The surface may be smooth or rough, and the texture can feel greasy or “stuck on” the skin.​

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Seborrhoeic Keratosis is typically asymptomatic, but may occasionally itch or become irritated if rubbed or scratched. They are most commonly found on the chest, back, face, shoulders, or arms and can range from a few millimetres to several centimetres across. They can be round or oval with irregular edges and can range from light tan, brown, black, or yellowish in colour.

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Treatment of Seborrhoeic keratosis are considered cosmetic and are not available on the NHS.  At Astounding Skin Aesthetics ​we understand the discomfort and self-consciousness that these skin lesions can cause. That's why we offer fast and painless removal using electrosurgery. Some growths may need scraping off (curettage) using a specialised instrument. For thicker growths, we may shaved off or excised using a scalpel. This procedure may sometimes be combined with cauterisation with hyfrecator to stop bleeding. Seborrhoeic Keratosis can also be treated with cryotherapy using CryoPen.

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The treatment procedure is quick and straight forward with no downtime and is unlikely to leave a scar. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional care and achieving excellent results.

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Dr Chowdhury will inspect your skin during the consultation and confirmed the diagnosis using a dermatoscopy before attempting to treat it. He won't perform the treatment if he doesn't deem it is safe to do so. A topical numbing cream or local anaesthetic may be applied to numb the skin and minimise discomfort during treatment. 

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If you have any questions or would like to schedule a consultation, please contact us. We look forward to helping you achieve the look you desire!