Skin Cancer
What is Skin Cancer?
Skin cancer is when the DNA in your skin cells are damaged from prolonged exposure to ultraviolet rays from the sun or tanning beds. Over time, mutations occur in these cells that cause them to multiply rapidly and form tumors. It is estimated that 1 in 5 people will have skin cancer by the time they reach 70 years of age.
The most common kind of skin cancer is basal cell carcinoma, which is the easiest to treat. It is usually contained to a small area and rarely spreads to the rest of the body. It usually occurs in areas most exposed to sun, such as face, hands, neck and shoulders.
The second most common type of skin cancer is called squamous cell carcinoma, and it typically occurs on the lips, ears, and face. It can quickly spread to other parts of the body if it is not caught and treated quickly, making it more dangerous.
The most dangerous but less common type of skin cancer is called melanoma, and it occurs in the skin cells that give your skin its pigment. They usually look like moles, and they can occur anywhere on the body that receives intense, intermittent sun exposure. It can be cured if caught early, before it spreads to the rest of the body.
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