According to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the country, with basal cell carcinoma (BCC) accounting for majority of cases. Approximately 3.6 million people are diagnosed with BCC every year in the United States. Basal cell carcinoma develops when the basal cells in your skin
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How Can a Doctor Tell if These Are Cancerous Spots on My Skin?
Skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the U.S. Skin cancer usually develops when DNA becomes damaged from repeated exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light. Cancerous changes are abnormal new growths or changes to existing marks or moles. Cancerous spots may be lumps, spots, scaly lesions, or new moles. If you have noticed a
Read MoreBasal Cell Carcinoma: What You Should Know
Basal cell carcinoma is a type of skin cancer that begins in the basal cells, which are skin cells that replace old ones as they die. Not many people know about this type of cancer, which is unfortunate, because it is pretty common. Here is information on basal cell carcinoma that you should know. Age
Read MoreAre You at Risk for Melanoma?
Skin cancer is the most common yet most preventable type of cancer in the United States. Melanoma is one of the deadliest skin cancers developed in melanocytes — cells that produce the coloring pigment melanin. During melanoma development, DNA mutations occur that lead to an uncontrollable growth of melanocytes. Early diagnosis and treatment of melanomas prevent
Read MoreThings to Know When Diagnosed with Melanoma
Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that develops when pigment-producing skin cells referred to as melanocytes proliferate uncontrollably. This type of cancer has the potential to spread to other parts of your body, even to areas very far from the original site of cancer, such as your vital organs. Receiving a melanoma diagnosis can
Read MoreNew Moles: What to Be on the Lookout For
Moles–which are concentrations of pigment-producing cells called melanocytes– are a common physical attribute. In fact, most people have at least one. The lighter your skin is, the more moles you have. Most moles are benign, and thus, don’t require any treatment. Nevertheless, if a new mole suddenly appears when a person is older, it may
Read MoreTips for Choosing the Best Skin Cancer Dermatologist
Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the US. Nearly ten thousand Americans are diagnosed with skin cancer every day, the deadliest of which is melanoma. About 20 Americans succumb to melanoma daily. If you have skin cancer or show signs of it, you owe it to yourself to choose the best
Read MoreWhat to Expect from Mohs Surgery
If you are diagnosed with skin cancer, you want the most effective and advanced treatment offering the highest potential for cure. That optimal treatment option is Mohs micrographic surgery. Developed by Frederic Mohs, M.D. in the 1930s and modified over the decades, Mohs surgery is a precise method of tumor removal. It strives to eliminate
Read MoreMost Common Types of Skin Cancer and How You Can Prevent Them
There are 9,500 people diagnosed with skin cancer every day in the United States. An estimated two people die from the disease every hour. It is one of the most common cancers in the country, but in most cases, it can be prevented by avoiding overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) light and tanning. There are different
Read MoreSurgeries for Melanoma Skin Cancer
Melanoma is an aggressive type of skin cancer: when left untreated, it can spread to other areas of the body. Melanoma develops in the cells, known as melanocytes, which are responsible for producing melanin, the pigment that gives skin its color. Melanoma typically forms in skin that has been frequently exposed to the sun’s ultraviolet
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