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.
Melanoma
The percentage of people who develop melanoma in the United States has doubled in the past 30 years. This eMedTV article offers an in-depth look at this increasingly common condition, including risk factors, symptoms, and treatment options.
Basal Cell Carcinoma
The most common type of skin cancer, basal cell carcinoma grows slowly, and rarely spreads to other areas. This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at basal cell carcinoma, including its risk factors, symptoms, and treatment.
Squamous Cell Carcinoma
There are several types of skin cancer, and squamous cell carcinoma is one of the most common ones. This eMedTV segment features an overview of squamous cell carcinoma, including its risk factors, symptoms, treatment, and more.
Skin Cancer Types
The two most common skin cancer types, which this eMedTV article describes in detail, include basal cell and squamous cell carcinoma. Less common types discussed in this article include melanoma, cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, and Kaposi's sarcoma.
Melanoma Symptoms
This page on the eMedTV Web site describes signs and symptoms of melanoma in detail. Thinking of "ABCD" can help you to remember them: asymmetry, border, color, and diameter. Differences between early and advanced melanoma symptoms are also discussed.
Skin Cancer Treatment
For people with skin cancer, treatment options may include surgery, topical chemotherapy, and radiotherapy. This eMedTV Web page discusses in detail the factors that affect treatment options and the importance of follow-up care.
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.
Causes of Skin Cancer
This eMedTV article discusses the possible causes of skin cancer, including ultraviolet radiation from the sun or artificial sources, such as sunlamps or tanning beds. This article also offers tips to minimize the risk of developing the disease.
Merkel Cell Carcinoma
Merkel cell carcinoma tends to develop on or just beneath the skin's surface and in the hair follicles. This eMedTV article provides an overview of this rare form of cancer, including symptoms, treatment options, and the chances of it metastasizing.
Causes of Melanoma
This eMedTV article describes various potential causes of melanoma. While the exact causes are still unknown, risk factors for the condition include excessive sun exposure, a history of sunburns, and having more than 50 moles.
Skin Cancer Surgery
This eMedTV article describes various types of skin cancer surgery in detail, such as excisional surgery, Mohs surgery, cryosurgery, laser surgery, dermabrasion, and grafts. Possible side effects and what to expect regarding scars are also discussed.
Solaraze
Solaraze Gel is a prescription NSAID approved for treating precancerous patches on the skin. This eMedTV page explores this product in more detail, including information on possible side effects, dosing guidelines, and some general precautions.
Malignant Melanoma
Malignant melanoma, as this eMedTV resource explains, is a type of cancer affecting pigment cells -- primarily those found in the skin. Risk factors, symptoms, and treatment options associated with the condition are also discussed in this article.
Melanoma Treatment
Choices for treating melanoma include surgery, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and radiation therapy. This eMedTV Web page describes each of these treatment options in detail. Side effects and follow-up visits are also discussed.
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.
