Doctors usually recommend surgery to treat basal and squamous skin cancer – two of the most common skin cancers. The goal of surgery is to remove the tumor with little disturbance to the surrounding healthy tissue. Different surgical techniques can be used to remove skin cancer, however, the most advanced and specialized technique is Mohs
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What to Ask Your Mohs Surgeon About Skin Cancer
If you’re concerned that you may be at risk for skin cancer, or you simply want to know more about it, consider consulting a dermatologist, particularly someone who is trained in Mohs surgery – the gold standard for treating the most common types of skin cancer. The questions below can help you get a good
Read MoreSkin Cancer Symptoms to Pay Attention to
According to the American Cancer Society, 20 percent of American adults will develop some kind of skin cancer by the age of 70. While not all skin spots and lesions are cancerous, some may be; so early detection and treatment produce the best chance for full remission. Let’s talk about how to be alert to
Read MoreCan a Dermatologist Do Mohs Surgery?
Mohs micrographic surgery addresses the medical and aesthetic concerns associated with the most common skin cancers among American adults, including basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and malignant melanoma. Mohs surgery is often performed on an outpatient basis by a highly skilled and experienced board-certified dermatologist with fellowship training in this highly specialized treatment. Let’s
Read MoreCancerous Spots on Skin You Should Never Ignore
The United States is one of the places in the world where a tan skin tone is perceived as a symbol of beauty and prestige. It is for this reason that millions of Americans try anything – despite the risks – to achieve such complexion. Whether you’re a sunworshipper, a down-for-whatever type of person all
Read MoreMelanoma Diagnosis: How to Overcome Melanoma
While considered the most dangerous among the common types of skin cancer, melanoma is highly curable especially when caught early. Central to overcoming the deadly condition are vigilance (monitoring your skin for suspicious changes) and working with a highly skilled dermatologist – like our very own Dr. Theodore John (T.J.) Giuffrida here at Dermatology &
Read MoreHow 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 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 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
Read MoreWhat is Mohs Surgery? Detailing Mohs Reconstruction
Mohs surgery also referred to as Mohs micrographic surgery, is a precise surgical technique used to treat skin cancer. Mohs surgery has a high cure rate and allows dermatologists to preserve as much healthy skin as possible by only removing the cancerous skin. Mohs surgery is considered a highly effective type of surgery to treat
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