My Experience with Photodynamic Therapy

A routine skin cancer screening uncovered something I wasn't expecting: actinic keratoses (AKs)—precancerous skin lesions caused by years of sun exposure. My dermatologist recommended photodynamic therapy (PDT), a treatment that uses a light-sensitive medication and a special light to target damaged skin cells before they can become something more serious. In this video, I share: ✔️ What actinic keratoses are ✔️ Why they matter for long-term health ✔️ What photodynamic therapy is like ✔️ The recovery process and side effects ✔️ Why preventive screenings become increasingly important as we age Most of us spend years focusing on fitness, nutrition, and exercise, but longevity is also about finding problems early—before they become bigger problems. If you're over 50 and spent a lot of time outdoors (hello, suntanning with baby oil in the '80s!), this is one preventive health practice worth knowing about. Remember: The best time to find skin cancer is before it becomes skin cancer!