There are over one million people diagnosed with some form of skin cancer each and every year. This number is not expected to decline any time soon. In fact, skin cancer is one of the most common cancers.
It is neither gender nor age specific. It is however, one of the most preventable cancers as more than 90% of the cases are due to excessive exposure to the sun.
There are three common skin cancers. Basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma are the two most common. They are found in the upper layers of the skin. They are highly preventable and highly curable although they can be disfiguring if left too long.
The third most serious skin cancer is Melanoma. It too can be curable when caught early, but has the potential to be deadly when not. Some melanomas are found in the upper layers of the skin, but many are more invasive and found in deeper layers.
No one is immune from getting a skin cancer, though some are at a much greater risk. Individuals who are at a greater risk are:
- Those with a lighter skin tone.
- Those who have had a history of skin cancer.
- Those who have a family member with a history of skin cancer.
- Anyone who work or play sports outside.
- Those with a history of sunburns early in life.
- Those whose hobbies are outside.
- Those whose skin freckles, burns, or becomes red and painful in the sun.
- Those with blue or green eyes.
- Individuals with blond or red hair.
You should examine your skin regularly for any suspicious spots. Especially those that continue to grow, change in color or shape. An annual skin examination by a licensed Dermatologist in Winter Park is also recommended.
Some skin cancer examples are shown below:
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