Question 1

how long is it supposed to it take for skin cancer to develop?

Accepted Answer

Skin cancer : The timing of the development of skin cancer is variable. In many cases there is a considerable lag time (years)  from sun exposure in childhood to the development of skin cancer in adulthood. In other cases a skin cancer may develop over months . In any case, a dermatologist should evaluate any suspicious skin lesions.

Question 2

how long is it supposed to it take for skin cancer to kill someone if left untreated?

Accepted Answer

It Depends: There are several types of skin cancer & depending on the type, how bad it has progressed & the overall health of the person before the range is great. Skin cancers generally are very treatable and curable with the exception of some very bad forms so the question is why would someone not seek treatment for skin cancer? If non-treatable, the oncologist is the best person to give a timeframe.

Question 3

what are the symptoms of skin cancer? does skin cancer often occur on genital areas? if so, where on the genitals would be occur? also, how long does it take skin cancer to develop? also, are skin cancer bumps always deep and not on surface?

Accepted Answer

: Vulvar cancers and cancer of skin in other sites do have differences. The following link has info about vulvar cancer: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/vulvar-cancer/symptoms-causes/syc-20368051
For info on skin cancer, visit this site: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/skin-cancer/symptoms-causes/syc-20377605
Take HPV vaccine.
Wish you good health!

Question 4

how long does it take for a sunburn to become skin cancer?

Accepted Answer

Sunburn: There is often a lag phase of many years between the time of a sunburn and the development of skin cancer. See a dermatologist if you suspect skin cancer.

Question 5

how long does it take for an ak to turn into scc skin cancer? ive had one for ten years then it regressed should i be worried it spread?

Accepted Answer

No worry: Had actinic keratosis turned into cancer, you would have seen it at that site. AK does not spread into other organs.
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low fat milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex.

Question 6

how long does it take for a squamous cell skin cancer to spread?

Accepted Answer

Spread is rare: Squamous cell cancer of the skin remains localized for many years and therefore is curable when excised with a small operation. it can spread if neglected for  a long time(years). On rare occasions it can be more aggressive than the garden variety that I have described above. So it is best to take care of it within one or two months from the time of diagnosis.

Question 7

can you let me know how many months/years does it take for a sunburn to become skin cancer?

Accepted Answer

Information: It generally takes many years.Fortunately not all sunburns result in skin cancer.  You should know that even one sunburn equivalent to a second degee burn with blistering and peeling cna ultimately result is skin cancer later in life.

Question 8

after exposure to uvb lighting, approximately how long would it take to develop skin cancer?

Accepted Answer

Cumulative damage: Cancer development associated with uv exposure takes time. In patients who develop skin cancers, the history of sun burns and sun damage is cumulative with significant insults occuring before the age of 20. Obviously ongoing uv exposure will compound the damage to the tissues and this is evident as seen by higher trends of skin cancer development especially as the ozone layer is depleted in areas.

Question 9

i have a path on my face that takes away my skin and hair pixels. i've had it sense i was born. and it keeps spreading. is it skin cancer?

Accepted Answer

Need exam: The patch may be harmless, but a dermatologist (skin doctor) should look at it to determine why it is spreading.  It is not likely to be cancer, but it could be.  In any case, it might need attention now.

Question 10

how much sun exposure would it take for someone to get skin cancer. i went sun tanning for the first time in a long time and i am a bit concerned?

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: There are different susceptibilities with differing skin types &amp; genetic backgrounds. There is clear data suggesting more risk with sunburns before the age of 21 than in later life. At this point we just recommend people be realistic. Tanning booths are a cosmetic aid that feeds your perception of what looks good.Their risks are known. A yearly physical including skin exam is a worthwhile tradeoff

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What are the symptoms of skin cancer? does skin cancer often occur on genital areas? if so, where on the genitals would be occur? also, how long does it take skin cancer to develop? also, are skin cancer bumps always deep and not on surface?

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How long does it take for a sunburn to become skin cancer?

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How long does it take for an ak to turn into scc skin cancer? ive had one for ten years then it regressed should i be worried it spread?

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How long does it take for a squamous cell skin cancer to spread?

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Can you let me know how many months/years does it take for a sunburn to become skin cancer?

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After exposure to uvb lighting, approximately how long would it take to develop skin cancer?

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I have a path on my face that takes away my skin and hair pixels. i've had it sense i was born. and it keeps spreading. is it skin cancer?

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How much sun exposure would it take for someone to get skin cancer. i went sun tanning for the first time in a long time and i am a bit concerned?

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