Skin Cancer Articles A-Z

Skin Cancer - Skin Cancer Screening
This page contains links to eMedTV Skin Cancer Articles containing information on subjects from Skin Cancer to Skin Cancer Screening. The information is organized alphabetically; the "Favorite Articles" contains the top articles on this page. Links in the box will take you directly to the articles; those same links are available with a short description further down the page.
 Favorite Articles 
 
 

Skin Cancer

Getting too much sun can increase your risk of skin cancer, the most common cancer in the United States. This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at skin cancer, explaining what it is, why it occurs, how it is diagnosed, and more.

Skin Cancer Information

Skin Cancer Prevention

This eMedTV page offers a number of tips on preventing skin cancer. This article explains how to increase your protective factors (such as limiting exposure to UV radiation) and also discusses risk factors.

Skin Cancer Questions

You may find it helpful to make a list of skin cancer questions before an appointment with your doctor. This eMedTV article offers lists of questions pertaining to diagnosis, treatment options, side effects, and more.

Skin Cancer Research

This eMedTV article explores various areas of research on skin cancer. This research has led to new treatments, such as photodynamic therapy. Also, participants in research studies have the first chance to benefit from these and other new treatments.

Skin Cancer Screening

Skin cancer screening tests, as this eMedTV article explains, are designed to detect the disease before symptoms appear. Common tests include a biopsy and a skin exam. If a screening test is recommended, it does not necessarily mean you have cancer.