Question 1

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 2

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 3

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 4

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 5

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.

Question 6

is skin cancer hereditary in any way?

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See below: The three common types of skin cancer - basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and malignant melanoma, all have a hereditary component.

Question 7

is skin cancer something communicable?

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Can u catch skin ca: Basic skin cancers such as squamous cell and basal cell are very common and often look like dry, rough areas or sores that won't heal.  This doesn't mean you can spread the cancer cells from person to person. Each cancer is a part of that person and is theirs, unique to them.  Don't be afraid to get them taken care of...They are highly curable.  Don't be afraid to touch someone with skin cancer:).

Question 8

what is the prevalence of skin cancer?

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Skin : One in five americans will develop skin cancer.

Question 9

can skin cancer be cured at this point?

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Majority are cured: Majority of skin cancer- like squamous cell, basal cell cancer- even melanoma-  will be cured with surgical resection- if caught early.  However if melanoma/cancerous mole is not caught early and already  spreads to other distant organs then that would  make it incurable. Other skin cancers such as skin lymphoma (cutaneous t cell lymphoma) - can be also difficult to cure- however it is treatable.

Question 10

why are caucasions prone to skin cancer?

Accepted Answer

: Caucasians lack pigment protection from the effects of ultra violet and other radiation from sun exposure, so use of medications with sun block (above 30) is protective.

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