Dermatology Glossary

Actinic telangiectasia

Actinic telangiectasia are telangiectasia of the sun exposed areas secondary to chronic sun damage.

These lesions, particularly prominent on the skin of fair skinned patients, can be a significant cosmetic concern.

Treatment:

• The lesions respond very well to the pulsed dye laser at 585 nm.
• Use of a broad spectrum sunscreen is appropriate to prevent new lesions.

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