Seborrheic keratosis

Alternative names:

benign skin tumors (keratosis); keratosis - seborrheic; senile keratosis

Symptoms:

• skin growths
  • located on the face, chest, shoulders, back, or other areas
  • yellow, brown, black, or other colors
  • surface is slightly elevated, flat
  • usually smooth but may have a rough or wart-like texture
  • often waxy surface
  • round to oval shape
  • "pasted on" appearance
  • may be single, but are usually multiple growths

Signs and tests:

Diagnosis is based primarily on the appearance of the growths. A skin lesion biopsy may be used to confirm the diagnosis.