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Skin Cancer

Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States. The number of people getting skin cancer is increasing, and people are getting it at younger ages. The good news is that skin cancer can be cured in 85 to 95 percent of all cases. It is also preventable.


Causes

Symptoms

Types of Skin Cancer

Treatment

Prevention

How to do a Skin Self-Exam

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What to do About
Skin Cancer
Rough, scaly, red or brown patches on the skin  Symptoms need to be evaluated by a doctor. When you call to make an appointment, your doctor will help you determine how soon you need to be seen.
Pearly or waxy lump; irregular mole; mole that changes color, size, or texture  Symptoms need to be evaluated by a doctor. When you call to make an appointment, your doctor will help you determine how soon you need to be seen.
A sore that doesn’t heal in 2 weeks  Symptoms need to be evaluated by a doctor. When you call to make an appointment, your doctor will help you determine how soon you need to be seen.

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