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ACTINIC KERATOSES

WHAT ARE ACTINIC KERATOSES?

Actinic keratoses (Aks) are considered the earliest stage in the development of skin cancer. They are common growths of the epidermis (outermost layer of the skin), and are caused by long-term exposure to sunlight as far as back as childhood. Aks are most likely to appear after the age 40, however, in geographic areas with yearround, high-intensity sunlight, Aks may be found in persons as young as the teens and twenties. Half of all older, fair-skinned persons who live in hot, sunny areas have Aks.

Chronic sun exposure causes skin cells to change size, shape and the way they are organized. The skin cells affected in Aks are the keratinocyted. Keratinocyted are the tough-walled cells that make up 90% of the epidermis and give skin its texture. Aks are caused by changed in keratinocytes and the skin becomes rough, scaly, or mottled; and occasionally, the skin may develop bumps or small horn-like growths. Further changes in cell growth can turn Aks into squamous cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer.

WITH DR R. SINGH

He is available for a consultation at his, Scottsville branch in Pietermaritzburg or at his Durban branch.

WHAT DO ACTINIC KERATOSES LOOK LIKE?

Aks are found on chronically sun-exposed skin, most commonly on fair-skinned person, middle-aged or older. They can be found on the face, sides of the forehead, ears, the scalp of bald men, and the backs of hands. The typical AK is a dry, scaly, rough textured, skin-coloured to reddish-brown patch, or slightly elevated “bump’’. An AK may range from the size of a pinhead to larger than a quarter. Skin-coloured Aks may be easier to feel than to see and may be noticed more by touch because they have a sharp, hard scale and feel like sandpaper. They are often sensitive or “ touchy”. Wrinkling, furrowing, and other signs of sun damage may be present with an AK. An AK at any location may seem to disappear at times for weeks or months, and return at the same place. If they are picked off, they grow back. If an AK undergoes rapid upward growth, it may become a “cutaneous horn” which gets its name from its appearance, as it can look like the horn of an animal. The size of a horn may vary from a pinhead to a pencil head eraser, and its shape may be straight or curved. The ear is a common site for a cutaneous horn. Sometimes, a skin cancer can hide below a cutaneous horn. An AK can also appear as a diffuse, scaling lesion on the lower lip that dries and cracks open. Our contact details are below, for more information or a consultation with Dr R. Singh

More on Actinic Keratoses treatments next week...

This skin Feature was rendered by Dr Raj Singh, educating the community on skin disease.

DR R. SINGH SPECIALIST DERMATOLOGIST

DR R Singh is a specialist dermatologist with offices in Pietermaritzburg and Durban and offers the following:

• General Dermatology/

• Diagnosis Plus Mole Mapping for Skin Cancer’s

• Dermatological Surgery

• Photo Dynamic Skin Therapy for Cancers

• Non Surgical Face Lift

• Laser Liposuction

• Platlet Rich Therapy

• Fat Transfer

• e Matrix

We stock Heliocare and Neostrata products and we deliver nationwide. Click here for more info

We stock skin care products formulated by DR R Singh for all skin types and skin conditions

Contracted to most Medical Aids. T’s and C’s apply

Are you ready to experience an adrenaline-fueled psychological thriller that will leave you on the edge of your seat? This July, filmmaker and director Arish Sirkissoon, in collaboration with producers Dr. Raj Singh and Edwin Cole, brings you ...

"You're Next,"

a riveting cat-and-mouse feature film that will keep audiences captivated and craving more. The story follows Detective Khumalo (Sibonelo Cele), who finds himself entangled in a complex case when a bloodied girl shows up at his station with an elaborate story. In desperation, he contacts an old friend and specialist, Detective Khan (Dr.Raj Singh), to help him come to terms with the information. Their investigation takes them down a path of murder and deceit linked to the social media world.

The cast includes Drew Baillie as Sandra, Rahul Polton as Clint, Tamlyn Prosser as Delilah, Dylan Swanepoel as Adam, Rakshana Singh as Detective Singh, and Arish Sirkissoon as Xavier Knight.

The film's tagline, "Everyone is dying to be liked," speaks to its underlying theme of the dangers of social media and the lengths people will go to for attention. Also includes Ashnee Singh, Anita Kadir from Pietermaritzburg So, are you ready to be thrilled, captivated, and left craving more? "You're Next" promises to deliver an unforgettable experience that will leave you questioning who your friends really are. Don't miss it in theatre's this July.

Lemon Bread

INGREDIENTS

* 165g caster sugar

* 150g unsalted butter, chopped, at room temperature, plus extra, to serve (optional)

* 1 tbsp finely grated lemon rind

*2 eggs

*225g self-raising flour

* 125ml milk

* 35g custard powder

* 60ml fresh lemon juice

METHOD

Mix sugar, butter and lemon rind in a bowl until pale and creamy. Add the eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition.

Use a large metal spoon to stir the flour and milk, in alternate batches, into the butter mixture until just combined. Stir through the custard powder and lemon juice until combined.

Transfer the mixture to Greased Bread tin and smooth the surface.

Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the bread comes out clean.

Set aside in the pan for 5 minutes before turning, right-side up, onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Slice the lemon bread and serve with extra butter.

2023 COMRADES MARATHON PRIZE MONEY INCREASED

In line with the Comrades Marathon Association’s (CMA) commitment and promise to runners and the media to restore the prize money back to the levels before the Covid-19 pandemic struck, the CMA is pleased to announce that this year’s prize purse will be a substantial R4.31-million, effectively a 90% increase on last year’s R2.27 million.

This represents nearly a doubling of last year’s 1st prize from R260.000 to R500.000 with 2nd and 3rd overall showing similar increases; from R130.000 to R250.000 for 2nd and R90.000 to R180.000 for 3rd position.

If the winner in either the Men’s or Women’s races in this year’s Comrades Marathon breaks the Down Run Best Times of David Gatebe (2016 – 5:18:19) or Frith van der Merwe (1989 – 5:54:43) respectively, he or she will take home a minimum of R1-million in Comrades prize money, comprising of a first prize of R500.000 plus a R500.000 incentive for breaking the Best Time. In addition to these prizes the First South African and First KZN athlete will each receive R200.000 and R 60.000 respectively.

3rd R180 000.00

4th R 90 000.00

5th R 70 000.00

6th R 40 000.00

7th R 35 000.00

8th R 30 000.00

9th R 25 000.00

10th R 20 000.00

All other age category and team prizes have been increased by similar 90% margins.

South African Athletes

The first South African citizen (Man and Woman) to complete the event will each receive R200,000

KwaZulu-Natal Athlete

The first KwaZulu-Natal athlete (Man and Woman) to complete the race will each receive R60,000 from the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Sport, Arts & Culture.

In addition to the prize money, 1-ounce Pure Gold Medals valued at around R38.000 each are awarded to the first ten men and the first ten women.

Dr Roshan Singh

Spreading the Light of the Vedas

For a full and detailed horoscope for 2023, email punditroshan@telkomsa.net

Aries

Plans, obligations, and concerns regarding your social life, friendships, or happiness goals may have heavy energy hanging over them now during the shift. Still, things not only even out but begin to feel less pressured going forward.

Taurus

The coming months are excellent for reworking career and planning initiatives, educational pursuits, doing the research and legwork, and refining projects, dear Taurus. Pluto begins its yearly retrograde cycle today, and some of your long-term career goals may be up for review until June.

Gemini

It’s an excellent period for backing off a situation just a little so you can gain perspective and see where you’ve been too attached, controlling, or tense. . You could reflect more on your personal belief systems or general outlook regarding your future while Pluto is retrograde in your spirit sector until June 11th.

Cancer

You benefit from a review or reassessment of debts, dependencies, partnerships, and intimate relationships. If the give-and-take or trust in a key relationship has fallen out of balance, you’ll feel it more intensely now.

Leo

There is a tendency to cling to old patterns or examine the past instead of braving new territory. Aim to detach yourself at least somewhat from matters to gain a clearer, more objective perspective.This process helps you identify areas where you’ve been pushing too hard or where you’ve been too attached for your own good.

Virgo

As you grow accustomed to the energy, shift you’re in a brilliant position to review and reassess matters as you gain perspective. You might more clearly see where you’ve been over-attached or where you’ve put too much pressure on yourself along these lines.

Libra

Pressures will subside going forward, and in fact, you’ll get to the point where you’re significantly detached enough to gain a better perspective on these things. This way, you can more clearly see where fear and over-attachment may have worked against you.

Scorpio

This cycle positions you well to review, reassess, and gain a new perspective about areas of your chart strongly influenced by Pluto: your personal goals, security, comfort, family, communications, transportation, connecting, and home or domestic life.

Sagittarius

Looking to the past is a necessary process to help you see what things in your life need to change. It’s also a time to take a break from pushing yourself too hard mentally. Some projects may stall or need editing, adjustments, and refinements.

Capricorn

With less pressure on you to control or micromanage your practical affairs, your choices and decisions improve. Even so, it’s important not to push matters that need to evolve in their own due time.

Aquarius

You’re in a fine position to review and reassess your approach to self-starts, new beginnings, career matters, and responsibilities. If you’ve been over-controlling, you recognize this now and want to take some of the pressure off.

Pisces

With the shift happening now, you might experience some intensifying fears, worries, or frustrations. However, these things should settle down shortly. You may not have noticed how concerns, guilt, and control issues have worked against you.

For an in depth Astrological report, owner and founder of Astroworld, Dr Roshan Singh can be contacted on Cell: 071 630 0834 | E-mail: punditroshan@gmail.com

CELEBRATING 23 YEARS OF DEDICATED SERVICE

Open to all Learners, Schools in Pietermaritzburg Region

EVENT PROGRAM

Friday, 19th May

OFFICIAL OPENING SPECTACULAR

Mr/Ms Love to Live

Grade 5 -7 and 8-12

Preliminary Round starting at 5.30pm

Entry Forms at Omega Pharmacy

DJ Rea Spectacular

Platform for Recognised Song and Dance Groups

Saturday, 20th May

“SAY YES TO LIFE Motorcade”

Departs from City Hall 8.30 Berg Street Primary Drum Majorettes Spectacular

Primary School Song, Dance & Sketch Contests

Finals Mr/Ms Love to Live and Bhika’s Fashion Contest

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CAR SHOW AND SHINE SOUND OFF

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BHANGRA FUSION

SPECTACULAR Social Cohesion in Action

Compered by PA-1 and DJ Lyle

Platform for Recognised Song and Dance Groups

Sunday, 21st May from 7am, Protea Sports Centre

“SAY YES TO LIFE Family Fun Walk”

Over 70’s Floating Trophy in memory of Mr & Mrs Vadi Pillay (Papa) ……………………………..

J Sbu In Action (East Coast Radio)

Secondary School Song, Dance & Sketch Presentations

CAR SHOW AND SHINE SOUND OFF

CARE

MAKE A PLEDGE OF R250

There’s not much one can do with R250.00 per month, let alone a year, but for the Community Chest it can make a world of difference.

If tens, hundreds, maybe even thousands of like spirited people like you each pledge at least R250.00 per year, the combined effect will help keep the doors of the Community Chest open for many more years to come!

“Because I Care”

I wish to pledge at least R250 per year, Cash Deposit or EFT

Account: Pietermaritzburg & District Community Chest Bank: First National Bank (FNB) (Boom Street)

Account number: 50950394780

Reference : Name / Cell No.

Community Chest abides by the POPI Act

More information? Call Angie on 072 791 0311 or 033 394 1031

!URGENT! EXPERIENCED RECEPTIONISTPIETERMARITZBURG

RedCat Recruitment is URGENTLY seeking an EXPERIENCED RECEPTIONIST to start immediately.

Vacancies

SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT MANAGERPIETERMARITZBURG

RedCat Recruitment is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT MANAGER for a large international company, position based in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal.

PAYROLL ADMINISTRATORPIETERMARITZBURG OUTSKIRTS

R10 000-00 – R15 000-00 PER MONTH

RedCat Recruitment is seeking an and experienced PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR for a wellestablished company – position based in the outskirts of Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal.

HUMAN RESOURCES ONBOARDING MANAGER - PIETERMARITZBURG

RedCat Recruitment is urgently seeking a qualified and experienced HUMAN RESOURCES ONBOARDING MANAGER for a well-established growing concern, position based along the outskirts of Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal.

Pronel recruitment operates nationally. All consultants are experienced and fully trained in the recruitment, selection and ability testing of personnel. Our team is passionate about helping match the best candidate with the right position. With such a dynamic team, Pronel is willing and ready to assist both clients and candidates.

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