WARNING: Skin Cancer
What causes skin cancer? The hard fact is, skin cancers are generally a result of overexposure to the sun, that means tanning without sunscreen. While
skin cancers are the most common form of cancer, many types are both
preventable and treatable.
Skin cancer is classified into five different
types:
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Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common form and accounts for 75%
of all skin cancers. It originates in the basal cells, at the bottom of
the epidermis (outer skin layer), and is caused by long-term exposure
to sunlight.
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Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is the second most common type,
accounting for 20% of all skin cancers. It originates in the epidermis,
eventually penetrating the underlying tissue if not treated. In a small
percentage of cases, this cancer metastasizes, or spreads, to other parts of
the body.
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Malignant melanoma (MM) is a form of skin cancer that currently is
affecting an increasing number of people. There are more than 40,000 new
cases of malignant melanoma annually in the U.S., resulting in more than
7000 deaths. MM is a very serious type of skin cancer, but the cure
rate is quite good if it is diagnosed and removed early. MM originates in
moles or other growths on normal skin.
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Paget's disease (PD) is a rare type of skin cancer. It generally
appears on the nipple, and is associated with an underlying breast cancer. It
may also appear in the groin or near the anus, possibly originating in
the sweat glands.
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Kaposi's sarcoma (KS) is caused by a virus in the herpes family. An
aggressive AIDS-related form affects about one third of AIDS patients. A
more slow growing form occurs in elderly men of Italian or Jewish
ancestry.
Skin cancer is accompanied by the following signs and symptoms:
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A new skin lesion or open sores that bleed, ooze, or crust, and fail to
heal in an expected time frame
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Enlargement of an existing skin lesion
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Change in color of a mole
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Reddish patch or irritated area, frequently occurring on the chest,
shoulders, arms, or legs
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Shiny bump that is pearly or translucent
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Poorly defined borders of a skin lesion
We suggest if you haven't had a "look over" your body recently, you should contact your doctor to look at your skin. Your healthcare provider will thoroughly examine your skin for new,
changed, or unusual moles. This may involve the use of a dermatoscope,
which is used for close examination of such skin growths. If any growths
appear cancerous, a biopsy will be done. This involves removing a small
piece of skin for microscopic examination. A biopsy can confirm whether
or not you have skin cancer.
The primary goals of treatment are to remove the cancer
and stop the spread of the disease. There are many options available to you.
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