Question 1

is skin cancer contagious especially the spot itself if u touch it?

Accepted Answer

No: Skin cancer is not contagious.

Question 2

is skin cancer contagious if u touch the skin area with the suspicious spot/lesion ?

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NO: skin cancer is not contagious.

Question 3

is skin cancer contagios?

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Rarely...: There are some germs that can play a role in the development of certain types of cancer. This may lead some people to wrongly think that “cancer is catching.” There have been some cases in which organ transplants from people with cancer cause cancer in the recipient. Also, some cancers can spread from the mother to the placenta, but most don't affect the fetus itself. (Ref:  http://www.cancer.org)

Question 4

what is the signs of skin cancer to a guy in his 20's?

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Same as guy in 50s: Ulceration. Bleeding. Growth, change, variable pigmentation, and more.

Question 5

what percent of light skinned red heads get skin cancer, compared to the average u.s. population?

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Red heads: Red hair is one of the risk factors that is a increased risk of melanoma over black or brown hair. Such risk factors are related to the genetics that red headed people are more likely to be fair skinned and their skin burns more easily than others. People with such risk factors (also many moles, northern europe decent (e.g. Fair skin), blue eyes, family history of melanoma) means that they should.

Question 6

is skin cancer hereditary?

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Can be: There can be a family component to many cancers including skin cancers.  This  should not be taken lightly.  Sun exposure is another large risk factor for skin cancer. The two together can be very dangerous. If you have a strong family history, lots of sun exposure, or any enlarging skin lesions, be evaluated by your local doctor and/or dermatologist.

Question 7

how can skin cancer be treated?

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Usually surgery: Most skin cancers are treated initially with surgical excision. In some cases, depending on the type of tumor, other modalities may be employed. These include radiation, chemotherapy, photodynamic therapy, cryotherapy, and others.

Question 8

skin cancer types, what are they?

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Skin cancer : The most common skin cancers are basal cell, squamous cell, and melanoma respectively.

Question 9

is skin cancer rare in teenagers?

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Yes: It is rare but still possible. If you have concerns about a skin issue schedule a visit &amp; have it evaluated.

Question 10

what are the symptoms of skin cancer?

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Skin growth: There are different types of skin cancer- melanoma, squamous cell, basal cell carcinoma etc. All are presented with skin growths-with different features. Mole that  changes- in size ( growing), colors (multi colors), irregular shapes, or with symptoms-itchy, redness, bleeding etc--could be cancerous.  Skin growth that is growing or unhealing wound could be cancerous. Dont delay-see a dermatologist.

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