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IF THE NUMBER OF MOLES ON THE SKIN EXCEEDS 50, PAY ATTENTION
Moles and freckles that we are familiar with seeing on the skin sometimes seem harmless, but the moment they get out of control, they also begin to signal danger. It should definitely be shown to the doctor in Turkey, especially when the number of moles exceeds 50. Because moles that look innocent can be a harbinger of skin cancer.
Turkey Medicals member and hospital department Radiation Oncology Specialist Dr. told us what needs to be known about the subject.
Skin cancer is a malignant growth that occurs on the skin for many reasons. Skin cancer, which occurs when skin cells develop above normal, has reached statistically frightening proportions, as it has different varieties and is gradually increasing. Pollution, ultraviolet rays and changing diet are the most important factors in skin cancers, which are one of the most dangerous diseases of the modern world, reaching frightening sizes.
What are the types of skin cancer?
Melanoma skin cancer: Although it does not appear frequently, it is the fastest-progressing skin cancer. It is a type of cancer that begins in the cells that give the skin its color. Since melanoma skin cancer cells continue to produce color, tumors usually appear in the form of brown, dark spots. Melanoma skin cancer can spread to all organs by progressing to moles that exist or appear later. Neck and back areas in men; melanoma skin cancer, which is common in women on the legs, neck and face, can be treated if it is diagnosed early, but its rapid spread can disrupt the treatment process.
Basal cell carcinoma: It is the most common type of skin cancer. It usually occurs in areas exposed to the sun. Basal cell carcinomas, although they are crusty, are spreadable. It can be flat, hard and light in color, as well as in the form of a bumpy, pink or red.
Squamous cell carcinoma: Ranks second after basal cell carcinoma in terms of incidence. In general, it has a flaky and crusty appearance. It begins on the face, on the ears, on the hands and on the arms. However, it can also appear on other parts of the body exposed to the sun.
Symptoms of skin cancers
The signs of skin cancers manifest themselves most often at the points where the ultraviolet rays of the sun hit. This, in turn, usually affects the face, chest, arms and hands. The most common symptoms are as follows;
Exfoliations on the skin,
Pigment change,
Wounds that do not pass and do not close,
Bleeding or leaking on the skin,
Itch,
Pain,
Sensitivity of the skin,
The rapidly increasing number of moles,
Moles of different shapes,
Factors that cause skin cancer;
Ultraviolet rays that damage the DNA of skin cells and lead to the onset of skin cancer,
Just like ultraviolet rays, UVA rays, which damage the skin, accelerate aging, as well as the causes of many types of skin cancer.
UVB rays that damage the skin’s DNA and are behind skin cancers,
Radiation exposure for a certain reason,
A large number of moles on the skin,
Having congenital moles,
Having light skin and freckled skin,
Going to the solarium for a long time,
Exposure to radiation therapy, which is used to treat various diseases,
Having people with skin cancer in the family.
How is it treated?
The goal of skin cancer treatment is to completely get rid of cancerous tissue. The surgical methods applied at this point are highly successful. Surgical methods are not the only type of treatment. Depending on the person and the characteristics of the tumor tissue, treatment options may increase. In particular, the type of basal cell cancer can be treated very successfully with radiotherapy. In the treatment of small tumors, the cryosurgery method can be used. In superficial skin cancers, local chemotherapy applied in the form of a cream or lotion can also be applied as a practical treatment method.
Is it possible to protect against skin cancers?
Although skin cancers occur for many different reasons, the effect of the sun and its harmful rays is undeniable. For this reason, the basic principle of protection methods is to protect from the sun. According to this;
Direct exposure to the sun means direct contact of harmful rays with the skin. What needs to be done in this case is to apply a highly protected sunscreen and refresh it often during the day,
Protect your eyes by wearing sunglasses that block UV rays by at least 99%. At this point, you should determine the choice of sunglasses not according to the coming and passing trends of fashion, but according to health norms,
Be careful not to go out between 10.00 – 16.00, when the sun’s rays come at their steepest time. If you need to get out, give preference to light-colored, cotton clothes.
Stay away from the solarium.
Check your skin regularly and be sure to tell your doctor about the changes you are observing.
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