In most cases, seborrheic keratosis is not harmful to the health of the individual and treatment is not required. However, removal of the keratosis may be indicated in some circumstances, such as if ...

Q: I have another success story about the use of Vick’s VapoRub. For years, I had a seborrheic keratosis on the right side of my face. I had it burned off three times, twice by the same dermatologist, ...

Dear Dr. Gott: I have another success story about the use of Vick”s VapoRub. For years, I had a seborrheic keratosis on the right side of my face. I had it burned off three times, twice by the same ...

They typically first arise in mid-adulthood and as people age, they do so more frequently and although they are not harmful and don't need to be treated, if they bother you, you can get them removed.

Treatment for seborrheic keratosis is usually unnecessary. However, a person may choose to treat it with cryotherapy, shave excision, laser therapy, topical medications, or electrodesiccation with or ...