Bone matrix is comprised primarily of collagen, which takes the shape of chains in various sizes and dimensions. Bone matrix is created from various collagens, which are the most abundant proteins in... Bone matrix is comprised primarily of collagen, which takes the shape of chains in various sizes and dimensions. Bone matrix is created from various collagens, which are the most abundant proteins in the body.
It is best to prevent actinic keratoses by minimizing sun exposure. Treatments for actinic keratoses include cryosurgery, scraping or burning, 5-fluorouracil cream, imiquimod (Aldara), diclofenac (Voltaren, Cataflam, Voltaren-XR, Cambia), ingenol mebutate (Picato), TCA skin peels, and photodynamic therapy.
Early treatment of actinic keratosis is recommended to stop the possible progression to a type of skin cancer (squamous cell carcinoma). Freezing the skin growth with liquid nitrogen (cryosurgery) to destroy it. Cryosurgery (also called cryotherapy) can cause mild pain that can last up to 3 days.