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 Skin cancer is a disease in which malignant, or cancerous, cells forms within the tissues of the skin. Two of the most common types of skin cancer are "melanoma" and "nonmelanoma". Melanoma cancer is found in the deeper levels of the skin and can be more dangerous than the nonmelonoma which is formed on the outer layers of the skin. Nonmelanoma is usually on the area directly exposed to the sun (face, hands, ears, etc.). It is highly curable.
To prevent or find these skin cancers early it is best to perform regular skin exams by you and your doctor.
Check yourself monthly for the following:
- new moles
- new red or dark colored flaky patches that are raised
- a change in the feel, color, shape or size of an existing mole
- a flesh colored firm bump
Risk factors include:
- a fair complexion that freckles & burns easily.
- red or blond hair.
- blue, green or light colored eyes.
- exposure to natural or artificial sunlight over long periods.
- being male.
- having a history of blistering sunburns as a child.
- being Caucasian.
- past radiation treatment.
- having a weakened immune system.
- having a family history of unusual moles.
- having a personal or family history of melanoma.
For More Info. From The Skin Cancer Foundation Click Here
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