Medical Definition of Verruca plana senilis

1. A skin lesion that is abnormally sensitive to the effects of ultraviolet light (sunlight). Thought to be a precancerous skin lesion that is more common in the fair-skinned or elderly individual. Approximately 20% of these skin lesions will develop into squamous cell carcinoma. Prevention includes the use of sun screen agents and the avoidance of drugs (for example tetracyclines) known to cause photosensitivity reactions. Usually a discreet slightly raised, red or pink lesion located on a sun exposed surface. Texture may appear as rough, gritty or scaly. Growths may be biopsied to look for cancer or removed via cryotherapy or electrical cautery. Some topical agents may be used to promote peeling. (27 Sep 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Verruca Plana Senilis

verriculate
verrine
verrines
verriulate
verrry
verruca
verruca acuminata
verruca digitata
verruca filiformis
verruca glabra
verruca necrogenica
verruca peruana
verruca plana
verruca plana juvenilis
verruca plana senilis (current term)
verruca plantaris
verruca senilis
verruca simplex
verruca vulgaris
verrucae
verrucas
verruciform
verrucologen
verrucose
verrucosis
verrucous
verrucous haemangioma
verrucous hyperplasia

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