Skin cancer is the uncontrolled growth of abnormal skin cells, often caused by excessive ultraviolet (UV) exposure. Davidson’s Principles and Practice of Medicine states that DNA damage triggers mutations, leading to tumor formation.
Aster Hospitals provides expert skin cancer specialists, advanced diagnostics, and innovative treatments like Mohs surgery, immunotherapy, and precision radiation therapy. Their multidisciplinary team ensures personalized care, early detection, and the latest treatment options. Patients receive comprehensive support, including post-treatment skincare guidance and long-term monitoring for recurrence prevention.
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Skin cancer often appears as new or changing moles, sores that don’t heal, or red, scaly patches. Early detection improves treatment success.
Treatment depends on the type and stage. Surgery is most common, but advanced cases may need radiation therapy, immunotherapy, chemotherapy, or targeted therapy.
Yes, wearing sunscreen, avoiding excessive sun exposure, and regular skin checks help prevent skin cancer. Protective clothing and early screening reduce risks.
A skin cancer specialist performs a clinical examination, dermatoscopy, and biopsy. If needed, imaging scans like MRI or PET help assess the cancer stage.
Yes, melanoma is the most aggressive type. It spreads quickly to other organs if untreated, making early detection and specialized treatment crucial.
Yes, wearing sunscreen, avoiding excessive sun exposure, and regular skin checks help prevent skin cancer. Protective clothing and early screening reduce risks.
Yes, melanoma is the most aggressive type. It spreads quickly to other organs if untreated, making early detection and specialized treatment crucial.
Treatment depends on the type and stage. Surgery is most common, but advanced cases may need radiation therapy, immunotherapy, chemotherapy, or targeted therapy.
A skin cancer specialist performs a clinical examination, dermatoscopy, and biopsy. If needed, imaging scans like MRI or PET help assess the cancer stage.
Skin cancer often appears as new or changing moles, sores that don’t heal, or red, scaly patches. Early detection improves treatment success.
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