For years, medicine had little awareness of the dangers of sun exposure. Once it was discovered that suntanning and sunburn were major factors in instances of skin cancer, we began hearing about it. We’ve heard for so long that it is unhealthy to spend time in the sun that we are now seeing a prevalence […]
Though there are several types of skin cancer, many people only know of the general term itself. The varying forms are lumped into one, at least as far as communication goes. To the medical professional, general terms are inadequate. Specificity is necessary if we are to understand, prevent, and appropriately treat each type of carcinoma […]
One of Walt Whitman’s most quoted poems says “keep your face always toward the sunshine and the shadows will fall behind you.” Beautiful as these words are, they are not meant to be taken literally. Keeping your face toward the sun is a prime way to invite skin cancer. Dermatologists most commonly diagnose skin cancer […]
When discussing the matter of skin cancer, we don’t often make the connection between this serious disease and the body’s natural immune response. Immunity is supposed to help ward off infections and colds, right? Yes. That and more. According to a recent study published in Cancer Research, it is more likely that melanoma would cause […]
Skin cancer is our business. For any dermatologist, the subject of skin cancer is relatively commonplace. For the average person, however, not so much. We don’t have to look very far to find evidence of the fact that awareness is something to be gained in the skin cancer arena. Here, we share why doctors and […]
Dermoscopy offers physicians a low-cost diagnostic technique that aids in the early detection of skin cancers, including melanoma. However, the use of dermoscopy requires specialized training and experience, which not all dermatologists seek. According to statistics, there are parts of the country that are grossly underserved due to the localization of dermoscopic training primarily at […]
As much as skin cancer awareness has increased over the years, there remain more than a few myths that need debunking. A critical matter of importance for healthcare providers and patients alike is the need for protection against harmful UV light; and yet, this is where we can go wrong. What all patients need to […]
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 actinic keratosis develops, it will be surrounded by more over time. Statistics indicate that it is possible for actinic keratoses to resolve on their […]
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