Seborrheic keratosis causes discolored, slightly raised patches on the skin. Seborrheic keratosis and melanoma can look similar. However, while these patches may resemble signs of skin cancer, they ...

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While seborrheic keratosis usually isn’t cause for concern, it can look like melanoma, a serious form of skin cancer. You can tell them apart by their size, shape, color, and texture. Although ... Treatment for seborrheic keratosis is usually unnecessary.

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However, a person may choose to treat it with cryotherapy, shave excision, laser therapy, topical medications, or electrodesiccation with or ... The exact cause of seborrheic keratosis is not known. However, there are several factors that have been linked to an increased risk of the condition and may have a role in causing it. These include: ...