Skin cancer News

If you notice unusual or persistent skin changes, the correct thing to do is see your dermatologist or doctor as soon as possible. If you're aware of distinguishing common acne from possible cutaneous manifestations of cancer, you're less likely to worry without cause or become alarmed too late to receive needed attention.

The health experts recommend wearing a loose petticoat beneath the saree to ease pressure on the skin, and to wear loose clothing if skin problems develop to allow the area to heal.

With advancements in technology, lasers are used not just for hair reduction but also for various non-invasive surgeries. The belief that laser hair removal or other laser treatments cause cancer seems to be more myth than reality. In the article, check out if laser treatments actually causes cancer or it's a myth.

Among these concerns, melanoma—a type of skin cancer—poses a significant threat but often goes unnoticed. Many individuals are unaware of the risks and signs associated with this serious condition, leading to late diagnoses and more severe health consequences. 

A cancer charity is alerting the public to the need to take additional precautions against sun exposure as the number of instances of melanoma skin cancer in the UK keeps rising. Melanoma can occur in the mouth, eyes and under the nails. Use at least factor-30 sunscreen regularly

Whether it's staying hydrated, using sunscreen, being cautious with food, or avoiding insect bites, prioritizing our health and safety will help us have a fun and memorable summer.

The primary indicator of melanoma is the presence of a new skin spot or a spot changing size, shape, or colour The mole or spot exhibits an asymmetrical shape, where one half does not mirror the other half People with fair or light skin are more susceptible to the harmful effects of UV radiation, thereby experiencing an elevated risk of developing melanoma

Risk factors contributing to this include more lifetime sun burns, tanning bed use, and being tanned.

Nails applied with gel polish are dried under UV lamps While they are long-lasting, health concerns have been raised about the danger of exposing skin to UV rays A recent study found some disturbing results, but researchers say more studies are needed

Grapes may act as an edible sunscreen. Polyphenols, which are present in grapes can protect against sunburn and UV rays. An estimated 90 per cent of skin ageing is caused by the sun. Most skin cancer cases are associated with exposure to UV radiation from the Sun.

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro said on Wednesday that he has possible skin cancer, after a medical visit where he had a mole removed from his ear.

The 38-year-old can be seen pushing his hair back revealing stitches between the eyebrows in the image, which was accompanied by a word of caution for youngsters. 

Skin cancer, including squamous cell carcinoma, is hard to prevent, but this study suggests that eating a healthy diet rich in Vitamin A, in addition to wearing sunscreen and reducing sun exposure, may be a way to reduce the risk.

 Scientists identified a molecule called Diprovocim that can be added to a cancer vaccine to boost the immune system's ability to fight skin cancer.

Researchers find people who took hydrochlorothiazide for at least six years were 29 percent more likely to develop basal cell carcinoma.

Although only five percent of skin cancer cases involve melanoma, it causes the majority of deaths from the disease.

The research studied blood samples taken after surgery from 161 patients with stage 2 and 3 melanoma.

The researchers had previously demonstrated that hydrochlorothiazide can increase the risk of lip cancer.

Some 37 million people worldwide have the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) that causes AIDS.

While the growth was removed successfully, Cummins was left with a hole on her chin that reqired 35 stitches.