skin cancer

What Are The Warning Signs Of Skin Cancer?

While no one expects to get skin cancer, it affects millions of people every year. This common type of cancer can be dangerous if untreated, but early detection and removal often provide a complete cure. The best way to protect yourself is to know the signs and when to see a dermatologist. What is Skin Cancer? Skin cancer forms when different types of skin cells develop mutations that let them grow abnormally. Its appearance can vary depending on the type. Most types of skin cancer grow slowly but can damage other structures as they grow. Other types can spread to other areas if not treated promptly. Fortunately, early detection allows the safe, complete removal of most skin cancers.  What are the Warning Signs of Skin Cancer? Skin cancer can look very different depending on the person and area of the body. All strange-looking or newly appearing spots or lesions should be checked by a dermatologist. Knowing the warning signs helps you know when something should be examined. [...]

2024-03-06T21:01:07+00:00November 20th, 2023|Skin Cancer, Uncategorized|

How to Prevent Skin Cancer

Out of all other types of cancers, skin cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed in the U.S. It is essential to learn the steps to prevent skin cancer to protect yourself long-term.  How Often Should I Get Checked For Skin Cancer?  While the good news is that skin cancer is one of the most treatable cancers, many people do not know the signs. You should be getting checked for skin cancer annually by your provider.  It is crucial for everyone to have an annual skin check, especially those who are more at risk for skin cancer. Fairer-skinned people who burn easily are at a higher risk of skin cancer.  What are the ABCDE’s of Skin Cancer? The ABCDE method of detecting skin cancer is important to learn. Each letter represents a different sign of a cancerous lesion:  Asymmetry: Checking if the new mole or spot on your body is asymmetrical  Border: Seeing if the border around the mole is irregular  Color: Different, darker shades of brown  Diameter: The overall diameter [...]

2022-08-15T15:08:18+00:00May 21st, 2022|Skin Cancer, Skin Cancer Screening|

How Should You Treat Skin Cancer?

Laser Skin Specialists provide treatment options for a wide range of medical conditions including skin cancer. Skin cancer can be treated using Mohs Surgery, combining surgical excision with microscopic examination of the entire tissue using frozen tissue processing techniques. *Individual results may vary How to Identify Skin Cancer Basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas are the most common forms of skin cancer. Typically, they develop as small red nodules or scaly patches of skin. The matches are often raised and may ooze or bleed easily.  Typically, basal cell carcinomas appear as lesions that are skin tones or sores on the body. These growths will spread slowly and will never go away without treatment.  Melanomas are far less common and more dangerous. These can be signs by changes to moles on the body. These can be identified with ABCDEs: Asymmetry Borders Color Diameter Evolving  About Mohs Micrographic Surgery Mohs surgery began as a technique referred to as chemosurgery. Developed by Frederic E. Mohs, MD. It wasn’t widely known until the 1960s. [...]

2022-08-15T15:08:20+00:00August 13th, 2021|Mohs Surgery|

When Should I See My Doctor About A Mole?

Moles. We all have them. While most are harmless, others can potentially be life-threatening when they become malignant (cancerous). Many patients who walk through our door are unsure about when they need to see their dermatologist about a mole. Skin cancer can be a scary thought but with early detection, it has a very high cure rate. Self-checks are recommended for adults every 3-months or so (more if you’re at risk). During a self-check, take note of any suspicious moles that have changed in size, shape, or color and alert your doctor. Take a look below to help determine if your mole may be cancerous. In-office skin cancer checks are quick, painless, and can put your mind at ease so it’s often played better safe than sorry. Moles That Change or Differ Most moles found throughout our face and body are similar in size and appearance. When looking closely, you’ll notice your moles have a round or oval shape with well-defined borders. Moles are typically sized no larger than 6mm. Follow this ABCDE screening process when [...]

2022-08-15T15:08:30+00:00December 5th, 2018|Skin Cancer Screening|

How Often Should I Have My Skin Checked for Skin Cancer?

Skin cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer and yet most of us lay out in the sun all summer and rarely get our skin checked. Each year, more than a million people are diagnosed with non-melanoma skin cancer and 62,000 people are diagnosed with melanoma. Skin cancer is cured most easily at its earliest stage, which is why screenings are so important. Screenings typically take about 15 minutes where a dermatologist will inspect any suspicious moles. There are several warning signs, conveniently labeled the ABCDE’s, that a mole may be pre-cancerous. If the mole is: Asymmetrical Border – has a uneven border Color – is several different shades of colors Diameter – large in size Evolving – changing in any way It is recommended to have your skin checked for skin cancer every 6 months to 1 year. However, you should do your own skin checks at home, particularly after spending time in the sun, to see if any moles are changing or growing in size. If you have a history of precancerous lesions [...]

2022-08-15T15:08:34+00:00September 7th, 2017|Skin Cancer Screening|

Why You Need an Annual Skin Cancer Screening

Did you know that May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month? With over 3.5 million diagnoses per year, skin cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer in the United States alone.  Fortunately, skin cancer is also preventable and, when detected early, highly treatable.  That’s why it’s vital for everyone to undergo annual skin cancer screenings at their local dermatologist. This reasoning is especially true in California, where sunshine and outdoor activity go hand-in-hand.  Even the most diligent sunscreen routine could lapse in the face of a lazy day on the beach or drinks at an outdoor patio.  Every case of unprotected exposure to the sun ups your odds of getting skin cancer, which is why annual screenings are so vital to protecting your health. Want a few other reasons why you should be diligent about getting an annual skin cancer screening?  Take a look: It can be pretty easy to see if a mole or patch of skin has changed color or shape on noticeable parts of your body. But what about hard-to-see places, like the back of your [...]

2022-08-15T15:08:35+00:00May 9th, 2017|Skin Cancer Screening|

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