Bowen disease

Bowen Disease

Bowen disease (pronounced: boh-en dih-zeez) is a type of skin cancer that is classified as an intraepidermal carcinoma. It is named after the American dermatologist, Dr. John T. Bowen, who first described the condition in 1912.

Etymology

The term "Bowen disease" is derived from the name of Dr. John T. Bowen, who first identified and described the condition. The term "disease" comes from the Old French desaise, meaning "lack of ease".

Definition

Bowen disease is a form of squamous cell carcinoma in situ, which means it is a cancer that affects the squamous cells in the skin but has not yet spread to other parts of the body. It is characterized by red, scaly patches on the skin that may resemble psoriasis or eczema.

Symptoms

The main symptom of Bowen disease is a red, scaly patch on the skin. This patch may be itchy or cause a burning sensation. Other symptoms can include a growth that looks like a wart, a patch of skin that bleeds easily, or a sore that does not heal.

Causes

The exact cause of Bowen disease is unknown, but it is thought to be related to exposure to the sun's harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. Other risk factors may include a weakened immune system, exposure to certain chemicals, and a history of human papillomavirus (HPV) infection.

Treatment

Treatment for Bowen disease typically involves removing the affected skin. This can be done through surgery, cryotherapy (freezing the skin), or photodynamic therapy (using light to kill cancer cells). In some cases, a cream containing the chemotherapy drug 5-fluorouracil may be used.

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External links

Medical encyclopedia article on Bowen disease
Wikipedia's article - Bowen disease

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