Does Sun Exposure Cause Skin Cancer?

Posted on December 6, 2008 - Filed Under Skin Cancer | Leave a Comment

There are a lot of tales told about skin health. One of the most damaging is that sun exposure causes skin cancer. As you’ll see in a moment, this is simply not true.

Melanoma is the form of skin cancer the media likes to refer to when they want to scare the dickens out of the public about the dangers of sun exposure. There are a number of reports of the fact that melanoma has been steadily increasing over the last 20 years. Most dermatologists will say this increase is due to the fact that more people are getting far too… Continue reading

What is a Precancerous Mole?

Posted on December 6, 2008 - Filed Under Skin Cancer | Leave a Comment

Moles that need immediate attention but are not treated immediately can possibly lead to precancerous moles over time. To most of us who are not aware of the medical conditions and cases, we often ask, “What is a precancerous mole?”

Precancerous moles are moles that are not yet classified as cancerous but may develop into being cancerous when not given medical attention at the early stage of skin condition. Precancerous lesion is actually a change in skin growth or appearance that is not cancerous. Moles that appear to have abnormal characteristics must be seen by a dermatologist to assure that the… Continue reading

Mole Cancer Signs

Posted on December 6, 2008 - Filed Under Skin Cancer | Leave a Comment

Moles are an eyesore than anything else and in most cases that is all they are, however there are times when a mole may not be just a vain issue as some moles have higher risks of skin cancer. Moles may in fact be a malignant melanoma if you see the mole is changing in its appearance. The best way to be sure that the mole is not cancerous is to have the mole looked at by a doctor or a dermatologist.

Often times, one of the three melanoma skin cancers is from a mole, and melanoma is lethal if not… Continue reading

Skin Cancer Prevention Made Easy

Posted on September 17, 2008 - Filed Under Skin Cancer | 1 Comment

It is important to protect yourself from the harmful effects of the sun. By protecting your skin, you can dramatically reduce the chance that you will suffer from skin cancer at some point in your life. Unfortunately, many people assume that protecting their skin is difficult or troublesome. In reality, practicing good skin cancer prevention techniques is rather easy and involves several simple steps.

SunscreenSunscreen is a very important tool in your efforts to protect your skin from the harmful effects of the sun. All sunscreen is marked with a number such as 8, 15, or 30; this is known as… Continue reading

Preventing Skin Cancer

Posted on September 3, 2008 - Filed Under Skin Cancer | 1 Comment

Skin cancer is one of the most common types of cancer, but is also one of the most easily avoided. To prevent skin cancer, observe the following five rules:

1. Use SunscreenEven on cloudy days, sunscreen is a must for those who spend time outdoors, especially if you are outdoors between the peak hours of 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. To most effectively prevent skin cancer, sunscreen should be used in both winter and summer months and even water-proof sunscreen should be reapplied often. Whether your skin is naturally light or naturally dark, sunscreen is an absolute necessity.

2. Avoid Tanning BedsIn… Continue reading

How to Treat Melanoma

Posted on September 3, 2008 - Filed Under Skin Cancer | Leave a Comment

Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer. While melanoma usually appears on the body as a new mole, it can occur in old moles or anywhere on the skin. It is one of the most common cancers in young adults. Melanoma is very serious and often times life threatening. Once a doctor has confirmed you have melanoma there are many different steps to take to try to treat it. Make sure you talk to your doctor about all of the options available to determine which option is best for you and your skin.

There are several ways in which… Continue reading

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