Actinic keratoses (AKs) don’t necessarily appear in isolated spots. Instead, they often develop across a broader area of sun-damaged skin—what dermatologists call a “field.” That’s why treatment for AKs tends to involve field therapy, which targets both visible and invisible precancerous cells.
At Medovate Dermatology, several effective field therapy options can help treat AKs and guard against skin cancer. Here’s how they compare.