Seborrheic keratosis (“SKs” or “barnacles”) is a VERY COMMON non-cancerous growth that is slightly raised and has a warty surface. SKs are typically tan/brown but can range from white to black and sometimes look like moles or warts. They appear in middle-age and increase in number and size as you get older. SKs can appear almost anywhere on the skin. Because SKs are harmless, they often do not need treatment. However, if they are bothersome or easily irritated, SKs can be removed by freezing them or scraping them off.
Warning: Many if not all insurance classify SKs as cosmetic and do not pay for their removal.
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