Even in light of advanced skin cancer treatments, it is safe to say that doctors would much prefer if more people could avoid cancerous lesions altogether. For this to become a reality, it is vital that we educate ourselves on the ways that sunscreen products work. Most people will and cannot stay out of the […]
We’re approaching the end of summer, and that may mean a last-minute getaway for some people. Many patients question whether the merit of sunless tanning to get a slight boost of color before they head off to a tropical location or attend a special event. Because tanning bed manufacturers have done their homework and have […]
Actinic keratosis has been recognized as a potential precursor to squamous cell skin cancer. Also called solar keratosis, this skin lesion is usually characterized by scaling and crustiness. Usually, if one AK develops, it will be surrounded by more over time. Statistics indicate that it is possible for actinic keratoses to resolve on their own. […]
Healthcare providers have become increasingly aware of the need to educate patients in matters of health and wellness. Cardiologists support patient health by offering dietary and lifestyle tips for cardiovascular function. Gynecologists teach women how to perform breast exams on themselves in between professional screenings. Dermatologists help their patients by showing them how to perform […]
You don’t have to have experienced a skin cancer diagnosis to worry about the possibility that this disease may manifest at some point. The vast majority of adults today spent their childhood beneath the sun without any protection whatsoever. As awareness was gained about UV exposure and the danger it posed, we began a slow […]
The majority (80 percent) of skin cancer diagnoses made each year are related to basal cells, or BCCs. Diagnoses of squamous cell carcinomas, SCCs, occur less frequently but are by no means uncommon. It is essential that physicians and patients know how to recognize squamous cell carcinomas. Furthermore, it is important that these lesions not […]
It’s interesting that, even with mounds of evidence that confirms the health hazards of UV exposure, we are still routinely seeing patients enter dermatology offices with glowing, sun-kissed skin. To some health professionals, this is a maddening dance; the one in which we take a forward step toward skin cancer prevention and our patients simultaneously […]
Skin cancer is winning in the polls, holding the distinct #1 spot as the most common form of cancer. This is not a win whatsoever. Men and women of all ages are typically blindsided when a biopsy confirms any stage of skin cancer – or any type. On our end, we know the up-side, which […]
Shapeshifting is a magical characteristic referred to throughout ancient folklore. The term describes the ability of a person to metamorphosis into something else. In today’s terms, we may refer to shapeshifting casually to illustrate a point about a certain person or, in the case of this blog, a condition. Here, we want to point out […]
Skin cancer continually outnumbers diagnoses of other forms of cancer. This type of cancer is expected to affect 1 in 5 people, even with the marked increase in awareness of the dangers of UV exposure. As easy as it is to minimize the risk of skin cancer, it seems to be equally effortless to neglect […]
