Skin cancer: rules everyone should remember

Melanoma has been characterized by its rapid spread in recent years, with the number of officially registered cases in many countries rising to 300%.

And Dr. Alexander Miasnikov notes that even in Russia this percentage has increased by 50% even though Russia is not a sunny country, so this type of cancer ranks fifth in prevalence in men and seventh in women.

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Melanoma is a melanoma that usually affects the skin. The main risk factor is exposure to UV rays, both natural and synthetic, over a long period of time.

“It all depends on the type of skin,” says Miasnikov. “If a person’s skin quickly becomes tanned and sunburned, they are in the risk group. This type of cancer affects all groups in the population, but people with white skin are more likely to develop it. . “

He adds that about 10% of skin cancers are caused by a genetic predisposition. Of course, there are other less obvious risk factors for developing this disease. “Among these factors, according to statistics, smoking, alcohol consumption, endometriosis, Parkinson’s disease, and even some formulations to improve the sexual capacity of men, can cause the development of skin cancer. “he said.

According to the doctor, moles require special attention. Signs of benign moles are uniform color and smooth, even borders, which do not change in color and size. Therefore, the appearance of any change in moles is an incentive to consult a specialist doctor. He says, “Attention should be paid to the increase in the number and size of moles. A mole over six millimeters and over one millimeter thick should be of concern. change in the color of a mole and the shape of its surface: symmetry, distortion of its edges, its bleeding and increased sensitivity, should be of concern. ” .

Source: Jacket. Ru

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