Diseases and Conditions
Actinic keratosis
Medications
Overview
Symptoms
Causes
Risk factors
Complications
Prevention
Diagnosis
Treatment
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Risk factors
Anyone can develop actinic keratoses. But you're at increased risk if you:
- Have red or blond hair and blue or light-colored eyes
- Have a history of a lot of sun exposure or sunburn
- Tend to freckle or burn when exposed to sunlight
- Are older than 40
- Live in a sunny place
- Work outdoors
- Have a weakened immune system
