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\u00a0*Disclaimer: Individual results may vary from patient to patient based upon the circumstances and the patient\u2019s specific situation, as well as the time taken to see final results.<\/h6>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_empty_space height=”20px”]
Skin Cancer<\/h2>[vc_column_text el_position=”first last”]SKIN CANCER<\/strong>\u00a0is the most common type of cancer. Between 2 to 3 million people all around the world are diagnosed each year with skin cancer.<\/p>\nWith early detection and treatment, skin cancer is highly curable. The most common warning signs of skin cancer include changes in size, shape, or color of a mole or other skin lesion or the appearance of a new growth on the skin.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row top_margin=”page_margin_top”][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_separator el_position=”first last”][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row top_margin=”page_margin_top”][vc_column width=”1\/2″]
Skin Cancer Can Affect Everyone<\/h2>[vc_column_text]No matter what your skin color is, you can get skin cancer. Some people have a higher risk of developing skin cancer than others. Whereas age is a key risk factor, but there are many other risk factors as well.<\/p>\n
People with a higher risk for skin cancer have:<\/span><\/p>\n\n- Light-colored skin<\/span><\/li>\n
- Skin that burns of freckles rather than tans<\/span><\/li>\n
- Blond or red hair<\/span><\/li>\n
- Blue or green eyes<\/span><\/li>\n
- More than 50 moles<\/span><\/li>\n
- Irregularly shaped or darker moles (nevi) called \u201catypical\u201d or \u201cdysplastic\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n
- Used (or use) indoor tanning devices such as tanning beds and sunlamps<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Your medical history also can increase your risk of getting skin cancer. You have a much greater risk of developing skin cancer if you have:<\/span><\/p>\nHistory of sunburns, especially blistering sunburns<\/span><\/p>\n\n- Received an organ transplant<\/span><\/li>\n
- Had skin cancer (or a blood relative has\/had skin cancer)<\/span><\/li>\n
- A weakened immune system<\/span><\/li>\n
- Received long-term x-ray therapy, such as x-ray treatments for acne<\/span><\/li>\n
- Being exposed to cancer-causing compounds such as arsenic or coal<\/span><\/li>\n
- An area of skin that has been badly burned, either in an accident or by the sun<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Types of Skin Cancer<\/h2>[vc_accordion top_margin=”page_margin_top” active=”1″ el_position=”last”][vc_accordion_tab title=”Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)”][vc_column_text el_position=”first last”]<\/p>\n
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BCC is the most common type of skin cancer. BCC appears on the skin in many shapes and sizes. You may see a dome-shaped growth with visible blood vessels; a shiny, pinkish patch; or a sore that heals, and then returns. BCC usually develops on skin that receives lots of sun, such as the scalp, nose, neck, and hands. BCC rarely spreads to other areas of the body, but it can grow deep into tissue and bone.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=”Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC)”][vc_column_text el_position=”first last”]<\/p>\n
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SCC is the second most common type of skin cancer. SCC appears on the skin in many shapes. You may see a crusted or rough bump; a red, rough flat patch; a dome-shaped bump that grows and bleeds; or a sore that does not heal or heals and returns. SCC commonly develops on skin that is exposed to the sun, such as the face, ears, lips, back of the hands, arms, and legs.<\/p>\n
SCC also can develop on areas of the body that are not exposed to sun, such as inside the mouth or on genitals. Smoking or chewing tobacco may increase the risk of getting SCC in the mouth or throat. Left untreated, SCC can spread to other parts of the body, making the treatment difficult.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=”Melanoma”][vc_column_text el_position=”first last”]This is the deadliest form of skin cancer. Melanoma may develop on normal skin or in an existing mole. A change to the shape, color, or diameter (size) of a mole can be a sign of melanoma. Other changes to watch for include a mole that becomes painful or begins to bleed or itch.<\/p>\n
Some melanomas develop on normal skin. A new growth, particularly one that does not match your other moles, could be melanoma.<\/p>\n
Melanoma also can be developed under fingernails or toenails. This will look like a brown or black streak underneath the nail.<\/p>\n
Although melanoma is more common in those with light colored skin tone, people with skin of color can also get melanoma. In such cases the melanoma usually appears on the palms of the hands, soles of the feet, under the nail, in the mouth, or in genitals.<\/span><\/p>\nABCDE<\/b>s of Melanoma Detection<\/span><\/p>\nWhen melanoma is caught early and treated, the cure rate is nearly 100 %. Performing skin self-examinations can help you find skin changes that could be an early melanoma. When looking at your skin for signs of melanoma, it helps to keep in mind the ABCDEs of melanoma:<\/span><\/p>\nA<\/b>\u00a0stands for\u00a0<\/span>ASYMMETRY<\/b>; one-half does not look like the other half.<\/span><\/p>\nB<\/b>\u00a0stands for<\/span>\u00a0BORDER<\/b>; irregular, scalloped, or poorly defined border.<\/span><\/p>\nC<\/b>\u00a0stands for\u00a0<\/span>COLOR<\/b>; varied from one spot to another; shades of tan and brown, black; sometimes white, red, or blue.<\/span><\/p>\nD<\/b>\u00a0stands for\u00a0<\/span>DIAMETER<\/b>; melanomas are most often greater than 6 millimeters (the size of a pencil eraser) when diagnosed, but they can be smaller.<\/span><\/p>\nE<\/b>\u00a0stands for\u00a0<\/span>EVOLVING<\/b>; a mole or skin growth that looks different from the rest or is changing in size, shape, or color.<\/span><\/p>\nMake an appointment to see a board-certified dermatologist as soon as possible if you notice a spot or mole on your skin that has any of these characteristics:<\/span><\/p>\n
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Skin Cancer<\/h2>[vc_column_text el_position=”first last”]SKIN CANCER<\/strong>\u00a0is the most common type of cancer. Between 2 to 3 million people all around the world are diagnosed each year with skin cancer.<\/p>\nWith early detection and treatment, skin cancer is highly curable. The most common warning signs of skin cancer include changes in size, shape, or color of a mole or other skin lesion or the appearance of a new growth on the skin.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row top_margin=”page_margin_top”][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_separator el_position=”first last”][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row top_margin=”page_margin_top”][vc_column width=”1\/2″]
Skin Cancer Can Affect Everyone<\/h2>[vc_column_text]No matter what your skin color is, you can get skin cancer. Some people have a higher risk of developing skin cancer than others. Whereas age is a key risk factor, but there are many other risk factors as well.<\/p>\n
People with a higher risk for skin cancer have:<\/span><\/p>\n\n- Light-colored skin<\/span><\/li>\n
- Skin that burns of freckles rather than tans<\/span><\/li>\n
- Blond or red hair<\/span><\/li>\n
- Blue or green eyes<\/span><\/li>\n
- More than 50 moles<\/span><\/li>\n
- Irregularly shaped or darker moles (nevi) called \u201catypical\u201d or \u201cdysplastic\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n
- Used (or use) indoor tanning devices such as tanning beds and sunlamps<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Your medical history also can increase your risk of getting skin cancer. You have a much greater risk of developing skin cancer if you have:<\/span><\/p>\nHistory of sunburns, especially blistering sunburns<\/span><\/p>\n\n- Received an organ transplant<\/span><\/li>\n
- Had skin cancer (or a blood relative has\/had skin cancer)<\/span><\/li>\n
- A weakened immune system<\/span><\/li>\n
- Received long-term x-ray therapy, such as x-ray treatments for acne<\/span><\/li>\n
- Being exposed to cancer-causing compounds such as arsenic or coal<\/span><\/li>\n
- An area of skin that has been badly burned, either in an accident or by the sun<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Types of Skin Cancer<\/h2>[vc_accordion top_margin=”page_margin_top” active=”1″ el_position=”last”][vc_accordion_tab title=”Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)”][vc_column_text el_position=”first last”]<\/p>\n
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BCC is the most common type of skin cancer. BCC appears on the skin in many shapes and sizes. You may see a dome-shaped growth with visible blood vessels; a shiny, pinkish patch; or a sore that heals, and then returns. BCC usually develops on skin that receives lots of sun, such as the scalp, nose, neck, and hands. BCC rarely spreads to other areas of the body, but it can grow deep into tissue and bone.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=”Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC)”][vc_column_text el_position=”first last”]<\/p>\n
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SCC is the second most common type of skin cancer. SCC appears on the skin in many shapes. You may see a crusted or rough bump; a red, rough flat patch; a dome-shaped bump that grows and bleeds; or a sore that does not heal or heals and returns. SCC commonly develops on skin that is exposed to the sun, such as the face, ears, lips, back of the hands, arms, and legs.<\/p>\n
SCC also can develop on areas of the body that are not exposed to sun, such as inside the mouth or on genitals. Smoking or chewing tobacco may increase the risk of getting SCC in the mouth or throat. Left untreated, SCC can spread to other parts of the body, making the treatment difficult.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=”Melanoma”][vc_column_text el_position=”first last”]This is the deadliest form of skin cancer. Melanoma may develop on normal skin or in an existing mole. A change to the shape, color, or diameter (size) of a mole can be a sign of melanoma. Other changes to watch for include a mole that becomes painful or begins to bleed or itch.<\/p>\n
Some melanomas develop on normal skin. A new growth, particularly one that does not match your other moles, could be melanoma.<\/p>\n
Melanoma also can be developed under fingernails or toenails. This will look like a brown or black streak underneath the nail.<\/p>\n
Although melanoma is more common in those with light colored skin tone, people with skin of color can also get melanoma. In such cases the melanoma usually appears on the palms of the hands, soles of the feet, under the nail, in the mouth, or in genitals.<\/span><\/p>\nABCDE<\/b>s of Melanoma Detection<\/span><\/p>\nWhen melanoma is caught early and treated, the cure rate is nearly 100 %. Performing skin self-examinations can help you find skin changes that could be an early melanoma. When looking at your skin for signs of melanoma, it helps to keep in mind the ABCDEs of melanoma:<\/span><\/p>\nA<\/b>\u00a0stands for\u00a0<\/span>ASYMMETRY<\/b>; one-half does not look like the other half.<\/span><\/p>\nB<\/b>\u00a0stands for<\/span>\u00a0BORDER<\/b>; irregular, scalloped, or poorly defined border.<\/span><\/p>\nC<\/b>\u00a0stands for\u00a0<\/span>COLOR<\/b>; varied from one spot to another; shades of tan and brown, black; sometimes white, red, or blue.<\/span><\/p>\nD<\/b>\u00a0stands for\u00a0<\/span>DIAMETER<\/b>; melanomas are most often greater than 6 millimeters (the size of a pencil eraser) when diagnosed, but they can be smaller.<\/span><\/p>\nE<\/b>\u00a0stands for\u00a0<\/span>EVOLVING<\/b>; a mole or skin growth that looks different from the rest or is changing in size, shape, or color.<\/span><\/p>\nMake an appointment to see a board-certified dermatologist as soon as possible if you notice a spot or mole on your skin that has any of these characteristics:<\/span><\/p>\n
- \n
- Light-colored skin<\/span><\/li>\n
- Skin that burns of freckles rather than tans<\/span><\/li>\n
- Blond or red hair<\/span><\/li>\n
- Blue or green eyes<\/span><\/li>\n
- More than 50 moles<\/span><\/li>\n
- Irregularly shaped or darker moles (nevi) called \u201catypical\u201d or \u201cdysplastic\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n
- Used (or use) indoor tanning devices such as tanning beds and sunlamps<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Your medical history also can increase your risk of getting skin cancer. You have a much greater risk of developing skin cancer if you have:<\/span><\/p>\n
History of sunburns, especially blistering sunburns<\/span><\/p>\n
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- Received an organ transplant<\/span><\/li>\n
- Had skin cancer (or a blood relative has\/had skin cancer)<\/span><\/li>\n
- A weakened immune system<\/span><\/li>\n
- Received long-term x-ray therapy, such as x-ray treatments for acne<\/span><\/li>\n
- Being exposed to cancer-causing compounds such as arsenic or coal<\/span><\/li>\n
- An area of skin that has been badly burned, either in an accident or by the sun<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Types of Skin Cancer<\/h2>[vc_accordion top_margin=”page_margin_top” active=”1″ el_position=”last”][vc_accordion_tab title=”Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)”][vc_column_text el_position=”first last”]<\/p>\n
<\/p>\nBCC is the most common type of skin cancer. BCC appears on the skin in many shapes and sizes. You may see a dome-shaped growth with visible blood vessels; a shiny, pinkish patch; or a sore that heals, and then returns. BCC usually develops on skin that receives lots of sun, such as the scalp, nose, neck, and hands. BCC rarely spreads to other areas of the body, but it can grow deep into tissue and bone.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=”Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC)”][vc_column_text el_position=”first last”]<\/p>\n
<\/p>\nSCC is the second most common type of skin cancer. SCC appears on the skin in many shapes. You may see a crusted or rough bump; a red, rough flat patch; a dome-shaped bump that grows and bleeds; or a sore that does not heal or heals and returns. SCC commonly develops on skin that is exposed to the sun, such as the face, ears, lips, back of the hands, arms, and legs.<\/p>\n
SCC also can develop on areas of the body that are not exposed to sun, such as inside the mouth or on genitals. Smoking or chewing tobacco may increase the risk of getting SCC in the mouth or throat. Left untreated, SCC can spread to other parts of the body, making the treatment difficult.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=”Melanoma”][vc_column_text el_position=”first last”]This is the deadliest form of skin cancer. Melanoma may develop on normal skin or in an existing mole. A change to the shape, color, or diameter (size) of a mole can be a sign of melanoma. Other changes to watch for include a mole that becomes painful or begins to bleed or itch.<\/p>\n
Some melanomas develop on normal skin. A new growth, particularly one that does not match your other moles, could be melanoma.<\/p>\n
Melanoma also can be developed under fingernails or toenails. This will look like a brown or black streak underneath the nail.<\/p>\n
Although melanoma is more common in those with light colored skin tone, people with skin of color can also get melanoma. In such cases the melanoma usually appears on the palms of the hands, soles of the feet, under the nail, in the mouth, or in genitals.<\/span><\/p>\n
ABCDE<\/b>s of Melanoma Detection<\/span><\/p>\n
When melanoma is caught early and treated, the cure rate is nearly 100 %. Performing skin self-examinations can help you find skin changes that could be an early melanoma. When looking at your skin for signs of melanoma, it helps to keep in mind the ABCDEs of melanoma:<\/span><\/p>\n
A<\/b>\u00a0stands for\u00a0<\/span>ASYMMETRY<\/b>; one-half does not look like the other half.<\/span><\/p>\n
B<\/b>\u00a0stands for<\/span>\u00a0BORDER<\/b>; irregular, scalloped, or poorly defined border.<\/span><\/p>\n
C<\/b>\u00a0stands for\u00a0<\/span>COLOR<\/b>; varied from one spot to another; shades of tan and brown, black; sometimes white, red, or blue.<\/span><\/p>\n
D<\/b>\u00a0stands for\u00a0<\/span>DIAMETER<\/b>; melanomas are most often greater than 6 millimeters (the size of a pencil eraser) when diagnosed, but they can be smaller.<\/span><\/p>\n
E<\/b>\u00a0stands for\u00a0<\/span>EVOLVING<\/b>; a mole or skin growth that looks different from the rest or is changing in size, shape, or color.<\/span><\/p>\n
Make an appointment to see a board-certified dermatologist as soon as possible if you notice a spot or mole on your skin that has any of these characteristics:<\/span><\/p>\n
- Had skin cancer (or a blood relative has\/had skin cancer)<\/span><\/li>\n
- Skin that burns of freckles rather than tans<\/span><\/li>\n