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Skin Cancer BCC right temple

Basal cell carcinoma is the most common kind of skin cancer. It often occurs as a pink or pearly translucent growth on sun exposed areas such as the head, neck, upper back, arms, and legs. Basal cell carcinoma almost never metastasizes or spreads off of the skin but can be locally destructive.

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Squamous cell carcinoma is the second most common form of skin cancer. Like basal cell carcinoma it may occur as a pink bump or growth that scabs and will not heal. Squamous cell carcinoma can be more aggressive than basal cell carcinoma as it does have the capacity to metastasize or spread to the lymph glands.

Melanoma

Melanoma is much less common than basal or squamous cell carcinoma but is potentially lethal. It often occurs as a new or changing dark mole. Like all skin cancers, it is very rare in children. Melanoma is usually fatal if neglected but curable if diagnosed and treated early. Melanomas usually demonstrate four features called the ABCD’s. They are:

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Venous Lakes

Venous lakes are bluish, purplish, vascular papules that occur on sun exposed areas such as the ears and lips. They are a result of long-term sun exposure and sun damage. As they are harmless, no treatment is necessary. However, they can be treated or removed if bothersome or symptomatic. Disclaimer: ...
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Urticaria (Hives)

Urticaria is the medical term for hives - a common skin rash which presents with itchy pink welts. The welts can vary in size, shape, and distribution. A defining characteristic is that the individual lesions are transient, appearing and resolving within a 24 hour period. So, even though an individual ...
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Traction Alopecia

Traction alopecia is a type of hair loss that occurs as a result of the hair being pulled too tightly. It commonly occurs in hair styles such as ponytails, buns, tight braids, cornrows, hair weaves, and hair extensions. The prolonged traction or pulling leads to hair breakage and resultant hair loss ...
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Tinea Versicolor

Tinea versicolor, also called pityriasis versicolor, is a common skin infection caused by the overgrowth of a yeast. Typically, it presents as patchy areas of lighter or darker discoloration on the trunk and shoulders that can be scaly in appearance. It can affect anyone, but is more common in teens ...
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Tinea

Tinea refers to a group of fungal infections which can affect the skin, hair, and nails. The specific name of the infection depends on the affected area of the body. A few common examples include: tinea capitis (infection of the scalp/head) - often referred to as ringworm tinea corporis (infection ...
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The Damaging Effects of UV Radiation

The sun emits UV radiation in the form of UVA, UVB, and UVC. UVA rays, which are the longest, penetrate the deepest in the skin and are responsible for tanning and premature aging. UVB rays are shorter and responsible for vitamin D production in the skin. UVB rays are also the cause of sunburning. UVC ...
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Telogen Effluvium

Telogen effluvium is a common cause of temporary hair loss caused by excessive shedding of telogen or resting hairs. All hair cycles through the stages of hair growth - from growing to involution to resting and eventually shedding. In a normal scalp, about 90-95% of hair follicles are in the growing ...
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Sunscreen

Sunscreen use is critical to protecting your skin from UV radiation. Wearing the right sunscreen will allow you to maximize your time in the sun while being protected from its harmful rays. Dermatologists recommend picking a broad spectrum sunscreen (one which blocks both UVA and UVB rays) with an SPF ...
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Sun Safety

Protection from UV radiation is important all year round, even on cloudy or cold days. UV radiation can even reflect off water, sand, and snow. Below are some tips on sun safety: Use sunscreen. Pick a broad spectrum sunscreen (one which blocks both UVA and UVB rays) with an SPF 30 or higher. Apply liberally, ...
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Stretch Marks (Striae)

Stretch marks are a type of scar that occurs when the skin stretches rapidly. Examples include: growth spurts during puberty, pregnancy, rapid weight loss or gain, and bodybuilding. It can appear as pinkish, purplish, or flesh colored linear bands or streaks on the skin that are depressed or indented. ...
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