What is Skin Cancer?

Description of the disease

Skin cancer is a malignant disease that begins in the skin cells. It can develop from various types of skin cells and have different disease variants.

Classification

• Basal cell carcinoma
• Squamous cell carcinoma
• Melanoma

Symptoms

• Appearance of a new growth or change in an existing mole
• Sores that do not heal within several weeks
• Bleeding wounds

Causes

The main cause of skin cancer is excessive ultraviolet radiation, including sunlight and tanning beds. Genetic predisposition may also play a role in the development of the disease.

Diagnosis

To diagnose skin cancer, a doctor examines the skin and may perform a biopsy to check for cancer cells.

Treatment

Treatment of skin cancer may include surgical removal of the tumor, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy in the case of advanced cancer.

Prevention

• Avoiding excessive ultraviolet radiation
• Using sun protection measures
• Regular monitoring of moles and growths

Doctor

The definition and treatment of skin cancer is carried out by an oncodermatologist.