Question 1

is it possible that it is a sign of skin cancer if you get a spotted rash on your chest?

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Rash not cancer: A rash is usually not a sign of cancer. However, if it does not go away, seek medical advice.

Question 2

i have some big acne like structures on my chest since last ten years. how can i check if they are a skin cancer ?

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Dermatologist: Best to see a dermatologist, an expert in skin related disease.  Hope this helps!

Question 3

what is the prognosis for skin cancer on chest? very large section cut out with reconstructive surgery done and pre-oral cancer ?

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Ask Oncologist: Skin cancer when caught early & depedning on type usually has a good recovery rate but you will always be at risk & need to stay out of the sun. The pre-cancer in the oral cavity will generally resolve if you stop with the causative agent (tobacco use #1). Work with your dentist, dermatologist & oncologist and ask them your prognosis but keept them all informed of everything else going on.

Question 4

i have spots on my chest in between my breast. could this be skin cancer?

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It depends: You have to be able to describe the 'spots' in terms of their color, size and if they are flat or raised. These aspects help us to know if it is something benign or could it be malignant(melanom ais brown or black and is usually flat and measures &gt;5mmg/size of a pencil eraser). If the spot/s change in size or color over a period of months, then you should seek medical attention to get it checked o.

Question 5

what is the risk that an adult who is 29yr old will get (blood/lung/skin) cancer from one chest ct scan?

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0.05-0.25%: Nicely discussed here:
http://www.Scientificamerican.Com/article/how-much-ct-scans-increase-risk-cancer/

however, there is no real science at the low doses used in medicine. This number is extrapolated from a higher dose measure with the assumption it will be the linear relationship at the lower dose level.

Question 6

can one chest ct scan cause skin cancer later in life? should i worry about radiation induced cancer from one ct scan?

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CT and skin cancer: One ct will probably not cause skin cancer later in life.  You should probably not worry about the radiation from just one ct in your lifetime.  Don't forget that going out in the sun gives you exposure to radiation (and vitamin d as well!).

Question 7

what does skin cancer look like? i have a growth that's been on my shoulder for several years now and it continue to grow and i have pictures if u ned

Accepted Answer

Get it seen: If you're concerned, and especially if it's growing, get it seen by a physician in real life. We'd love to help but my experience is that second-guessing skin disease on photos isn't smart. Good luck.

Question 8

am i more likely to get skin cancer or lung cancer from smoking first?

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Lung: Direct association between smoking and lung cancer. The more you smoke, and the longer you do it, increases your risk. Skin cancer is more related to sunlight or uv exposure.

Question 9

is it possible to get skin cancer on the breast and have it become a lump in your breast?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but: A skin cancer on the breast left to grow might invade down into the breast and become a breast lump, but the usual skin cancers appear on the surface and can be removed well before they make a significant deep mass.

Question 10

i have a bruise like blotch that seems to be under my skin, it appeared over night on the top of my breast, what are the symptoms of skin cancer etc?

Accepted Answer

Probably not cancer: Skin cancer is rare in someone 23 years old.  I wouldn't worry about it.

The symptoms of skin cancer are change in or development of a mole or skin nodule that is raised or flat, asymmetric, discolored, and that grows in size.

Your symptoms should go away on their own within a few days.

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Is it possible that it is a sign of skin cancer if you get a spotted rash on your chest?

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I have some big acne like structures on my chest since last ten years. how can i check if they are a skin cancer ?

A member asked:

What is the prognosis for skin cancer on chest? very large section cut out with reconstructive surgery done and pre-oral cancer ?

A member asked:

I have spots on my chest in between my breast. could this be skin cancer?

A member asked:

What is the risk that an adult who is 29yr old will get (blood/lung/skin) cancer from one chest ct scan?

A member asked:

Can one chest ct scan cause skin cancer later in life? should i worry about radiation induced cancer from one ct scan?

A member asked:

What does skin cancer look like? i have a growth that's been on my shoulder for several years now and it continue to grow and i have pictures if u ned

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Am i more likely to get skin cancer or lung cancer from smoking first?

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Is it possible to get skin cancer on the breast and have it become a lump in your breast?

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I have a bruise like blotch that seems to be under my skin, it appeared over night on the top of my breast, what are the symptoms of skin cancer etc?

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