Friday, January 7, 2011

Skin Cancer

What is the skin cancer?

Skin Cancer (excessive proliferation of skin cells) usually occur on sun-exposed skin portions.



There are three main types of skin cancer: basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma. The first two forms have a slow and are treatable in most patients, especially if detected early. In contrast, melanoma is the most serious form, because it affects the deeper layers of skin and shows the greatest potential for further extension to other body tissues. Incidence of skin cancer is increasing.



To reduce the risk of skin cancer, avoid or limit excessive exposure to ultraviolet rays. Detected in its early stages, most cancers can be treated successfully.

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