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What is skin cancer?<\/h4>\n

In humans, the uncontrolled growth of skin cells is called skin cancer in medical terms. Cancers that develop on the skin usually occur as a result of DNA damage caused by the ultraviolet effects and radiation of the sun\u2019s rays to skin cells. We can group skin cancers into 2 main categories.<\/p>\n

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  1. Melanoma Skin Cancer:<\/u>Melanoma skin cancers are rare, but they are considered the most dangerous type of skin cancer because they can spread to all internal and external organs in humans.<\/li>\n
  2. Non-melanoma skin cancer:<\/u>\u00a0<\/strong>Non-melanoma skin cancers have a low probability of spreading. They are considered low-risk because they can be treated with a minor and simple surgery.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/blockquote>\n

    What are the types of skin cancer?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    1. Basal Cell Cancer (BCC):<\/strong>
      \nIt is the most common type of cancer originating from basal cells in the epidermis. It progresses slowly and does not metastasize. This type of cancer is rarely life-threatening.<\/li>\n
    2. Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC):<\/strong>It is a common type of skin cancer originating from squamous (flat) cells. It is frequently seen on the lips, face, and ears. It can spread to lymph nodes and sometimes even internal organs. If left untreated, this type of skin cancer can be life-threatening.<\/li>\n
    3. Malignant Melanoma (MM):<\/strong>It is a type of skin cancer that originates from melanin-producing cells (melanocytes). Malignant melanomas are less common than other skin cancers. They generally occur more frequently in people with regularly sun-exposed areas. It is known as the most dangerous type of skin cancer, but it has a chance of being treated if diagnosed early. Delay in the diagnosis and treatment of malignant melanoma skin cancer is often fatal for patients.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      What are the main factors that increase the risk of skin cancer?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      • Having a fair complexion<\/li>\n
      • Having a skin structure that freckles easily.<\/li>\n
      • Having a large number of moles (nevus) on the body<\/li>\n
      • A family history of skin cancer.<\/li>\n
      • High-altitude regions near the equator experience intense sunlight throughout the year.<\/li>\n
      • For any reason, seeing someone who has received radioactive radiation therapy (radiotherapy).<\/li>\n
      • Having an open wound on the body that doesn\u2019t heal for a long time.<\/li>\n
      • Chronic exposure to chemical carcinogens such as tar, pitch, and arsenic.<\/li>\n
      • Exposure to chronic microtraumas<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        How is skin cancer treated?<\/strong><\/p>\n

        Treatment for skin cancer varies depending on the skin type, the stage of the cancer, and its location in the body. If the cancerous area is small, surgical removal can be easily performed on an outpatient basis with local anesthesia. For these small and less dangerous types, methods such as scraping (curettage), destroying cancer cells with an electric current (desiccation), and freezing and destroying cancer cells (cryotherapy) can also be used. However, these methods have a lower safety rating in terms of treatment; they carry a higher risk of scarring and deformation.<\/p>\n

        If the cancerous area is large and has spread to lymph nodes or another part of the body, major surgical procedures may be required to treat this skin cancer. In addition to surgery, other possible treatment options for skin cancer include radiotherapy (radiation therapy) and chemotherapy (administration of anticancer drugs).<\/p>\n

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