Ultraviolet rays most skin cancers are caused by too much exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet…
People are now seeing the truth, but even if they know what's happening to them it's important to know the reasons it's happening . To get down to basics there are five clinical types of melanoma. The most common form is called the superficial spreading melanoma and it about 70% of all melanoma cases. It is commonly found on the truck in men and on the legs in woman (Joan 4). Many people get confused on what melanoma is. Melanoma is a tumor of melanin-forming cells, melanin cells are cells that have turned dark brown by the overexposure of sun. Basal and squamous are a less deadly form of skin cancer also caused by the overexposure of sun. It's important for us to know why skin cancers specifically the more deadly ones like melanoma are spreading and the answer is very clear. While basal and squamous cell cancers tend to invade locally, melanoma spreads very quickly to other parts of the body ( Egan 6). The unfortunate part is that people today are finally getting the information they need. In the past people didn't know that sun burns and not wearing sunscreen could affect them so much in the future. Between 40 and 50 percent of Americans who live to age 65 will have either basal cell carcinoma or squamous cell carcinoma at least once ( Steve 6). Although the number is still increasing with more awareness it can be easy to…
UV exposure causes one of the biggest risks for causing melanoma. Indoor tanning exposure will increase the chances of developing melanoma by about 74% regardless of the type of tanning bed used. The closer a person lives to the equator as well as how many severe sunburns a person has had will also increase his or her risk. Other risk factors include the number of moles a person has someone who has 50 or more is considered higher risk. Also the complexion of the skin has an effect. The lighter the complexion the higher the chances are because the skin has to produce more melanin to try to protect it. These people will most often have blonde or red hair, and blue or green eyes. A person who has a first degree relative will have a 50 percent higher chance of contracting melanoma. Also weakened immune systems can cause increased risk in developing this disease.…
Caucasians are more likely to sun damage and skin cancer than people with more pigment in their skin.…
Skin type: People who are of white racial background are up to 10 times more likely to develop melanoma than those of other racial groups. In addition, white people with red hair and blue eyes seem to be at a particularly high risk for developing melanoma.…
Simbra, M. D. (2011, 06 22). Genetics may play a role in risk for skin cancer. Retrieved 01 29, 2013, from CBSlocal.com: http://pittsburgh.cbslocal.com/2011/06/22/genetics-may-play-in-risk-for-skin-cancer/…
When this occurs abnormal cells grow out of control and form a mass, known as a tumor. Skin cells that are healthy and in normal conditions, divide in an orderly way to replace dead cells and grow new skin. In order to understand how skin cancer is conceived, we must first understand that not all skin cancers are deadly or life threatening. At least 60% of all skin tumors are considered Benign or non- malignant tumors. These tumors grow in very few of our skins layers, and do not invade or surround vital organs or tissues. On the other hand malignant or cancerous tumors crowd out and destroy most healthy cells in our body this, in consequence leads to the growth of tumors in the epidermis section of our skin. Malignant tumors are mainly caused by Ultraviolet radiation (UV) that comes from the sun. UV rays damage our DNA and cause abnormal growth in our skin cells. There are two main types of ultraviolet radiation; ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB), both contribute to the formation of malignant tumors. Sun exposure is the leading cause for skin cancer but there are other cases in which skin cancer can develop. For example, between 5% and 10% of all skin melanomas are…
One of the bigger causes of cancer is environmental factors. These factors include food, drink, smoking habits and the environment around you. Smoking is one of the leading causes od lung cancer, and skin cancer is most commonly caused by being out in the sun too much without protection. "cancer rates differ from country to country"(document B) based on the environment they are living in. This has been observed that when people move two a different country the cancer rates of the family will usually change within a generation or two. One of the more common examples is, "Japanese women living in Japan have low rates of breast cancer, but Japanese women who soon over to the U.S have U.S rates of breast cancer" (document B). This explains from a backed up point that environmental factors are one of the more leading causes of effecting cancer rates.…
Yes, Everyone has some risk of skin cancer. Most skin cancers are associated with ultraviolet radiation from the sun or tanning beds, and many people of color are less susceptible to UV damage thanks to the greater amounts of melanin (the protective pigment that gives skin and eyes their color) darker skin produces. But people of color can still develop skin cancer from UV damage. Additionally, certain skin cancers are caused by factors other than UV such as genetics or other environmental influences and may occur on parts of the body rarely exposed to the sun.…
Almost 25 percent of adolescents in America have reported going to an indoor tanning salon. Prevention and awareness are the two best ways to stop the increasing rise of skin cancer. It is necessary to be safe when exposing yourself to the sun. Proper eye protection should always be worn, such as sunglasses that cover 100 percent of UVA and UVB rays. But most importantly, a sunscreen with at least SPF 30 should always be worn when there is any chance to exposure from the sun. Along with regularly performed examinations of moles and spots on the skin, skin cancer can be nearly 100 percent treatable at an early…
Hochman tells the story of a pediatrician named Jessica Lilley, who had developed malignant melanoma after years of using tanning beds. She did not realize the impact of using tanning beds until later on in her life when she was diagnosed with skin cancer. It is noted that "five to 10 minutes (depending on the equipment) in a tanning bed is roughly equivalent to a half-hour in the sun on a mid-July afternoon"(Hochman). This is a great comparison because it shows how much stronger tanning beds can be. Tanning beds are a huge risk, especially to those who are of a young age. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, "Nearly 70 percent of tanning salon patrons are Caucasian girls and women primarily between the ages of 16 and 29, and of the 28 million people who tan indoors every year, 2.3 million are teenagers." Similar to Jessica Lilley's experience, I also have a history of skin cancer. It is extremely important for me to prevent sunburn at all costs. Personally, getting sunburn on my back mutated the cells in a few of my moles, resulting in me needing to get them removed. I regularly visit the dermatologist to keep track of my moles. If a mole changes in shape, color, or size, it is highly recommended that the mole is biopsied and tested for cancer. It is very easy to develop skin cancer if the skin is not protected under harsh UV rays; thus, it is super important for people to regularly check their skin and protect it from the sun. Overall, many underage teenagers are unaware of the harsh effects of tanning beds, which is why it is so important that teens are educated early on in their…
Obviously, some of your skin is going to be exposed to the sun at some point. After all, you might want to go to the beach! If you do, the key to reducing your risk of skin cancer is to ease into it. If you are bone white, don't go hit the beach for an 8 hour session. You are going to get roasted, even with sunscreen on.…
The American Academy of Dermatology states "The number of skin cancers have been rising over the years due to increasing UV radiation exposure. More than 1.3 million new skin cancer cases are to be diagnosed…
“5 things you must know about Skin Cancer.” Life Science. Ed. Robert R. Britt. N.p., 29 July 2008. Web. 25 Apr. 2010. .…
Nevertheless, indoor tanning occurred more significantly among white females about 20.4% when compared to other races, darker skin has a protection factor and occurred more in non-metropolitan areas about 24.6% when compared to metropolitan areas.There was a strong relationship between race and indoor tanning, teenage females continue to engage in indoor tanning to a nearly high degree that increases the risk of developing skin cancer. Whereas, by the end of high school it appears t hat most of the teenage females shifted to use indoor tanning rather than sunless tanning products to achieve tanned look.…