5 Types of People at High Risk of Skin Cancer: Expert Advice and Prevention Tips

A 58-year-old woman pays great attention to skin care and will report to a medical beauty clinic as soon as there is a dark spot on her face. Over the past year, she noticed a black spot on her face and wanted to use laser to remove it, but the black spot The spots still stubbornly grew back, so she went to the hospital to seek professional advice from a dermatologist. After detailed examination, she was diagnosed with skin cancer. She said nervously: “This has been growing for a long time. Is this skin cancer? Why do I Will I get skin cancer?” Doctors said that there are 5 types of people who are at high risk of skin cancer.

Why does skin cancer occur?

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Shen Mengjun, the full-time attending physician of the Dermatology Department and Laser Beauty Center of Wanfang Hospital, said that sometimes there are cases where patients quickly grow back after multiple laser treatments, and only to come to the dermatology clinic that they are diagnosed with skin cancer. Due to the initial symptoms Skin cancer is not easy to identify, and the identification of skin cancer requires a specially trained physician to identify it at a glance. Therefore, if you have any doubts, it will be safer to seek confirmation from a dermatologist.

Dr. Shen Mengjun explained that the following groups are prone to skin cancer:

Skin cancer risk group 1: Years of sun exposure

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Ultraviolet rays are the biggest culprit in causing skin cancer. The damage caused by ultraviolet rays occurs over time. When you are young, you need to be exposed to the sun frequently at work, or you like to sunbathe and often get sunburned. These are the reasons why you may develop skin cancer as you get older.

Skin cancer risk group 2: poor immunity

Patients with immune deficiencies, organ transplants, or long-term use of immunomodulators have a higher chance of skin cancer than normal people.

Skin cancer risk group 3: The wound does not heal for a long time

Wounds on the body will not heal for a long time, so be careful whether the wound is caused by skin cancer.

Skin cancer risk group 4: long-term drinking of arsenic-containing groundwater

Long-term ingestion of inorganic arsenic, groundwater in some areas contains higher concentrations of arsenic, and inorganic arsenic has been confirmed to be a human carcinogen, causing an increased risk of skin cancer.

Skin cancer risk group 5: family inheritance

Have a family history of malignant melanoma.

What are the signs of skin cancer?

Dr. Shen Mengjun explained that the following signs may be warning signs of skin cancer. For black spots, you can observe:

1. Is there any asymmetry?
2.Irregular borders
3. The color is messy
4. The size gradually increases
5. The spots suddenly grow very large
6. The lump feels bumpy to the touch.

In addition, you should be careful when there are unexplained wounds. If the wound does not heal after being observed for more than 2 weeks, you need to go to the hospital for further examination by a dermatologist.

Types of skin cancer

Dr. Shen Mengxun said that skin cancer is a general term that includes the following diseases. The treatment of each disease needs to be determined based on the patient’s physical condition, severity of the disease, and type of disease.

1. Basal Cell Carcinoma: The most common type of skin cancer, commonly found on the face, usually grows slowly and rarely metastasizes.
2. Squamous Cell Carcinoma: This is also a common type of skin cancer. It is common in parts of the skin exposed to sunlight, such as the face, neck, arms, etc.
3. Melanoma: It can appear anywhere. Asians need to pay special attention to melanoma on their hands and feet. Although melanoma is generally black, it can also appear in the form of flesh-colored or wounds. Due to its The metastasis rate and fatality rate are high, so early detection and treatment are crucial.
4.Merkel Cell Carcinoma
5. Dermatofibrosarcoma Protuberans
6. Kaposi Sarcoma: A rare skin cancer often associated with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection and may also be associated with immunosuppressive drugs used after organ transplantation.
7. Neuroblastoma: This is a malignant tumor of the nervous system that sometimes forms on the skin.
8. Mycosis Fungoides: This is a cutaneous lymphoma.
9. Angiosarcoma (Angiosarcoma): This is a rare skin cancer that originates from the endothelial cells of blood vessels and usually appears as bleeding or red patches on the skin, usually on the head.
10. Extramammary Paget’s disease: It is a rare, slowly progressing skin malignant tumor, commonly found in the pubic area or underarms.

Skin cancer ranks 8th among cancers in Taiwan. Although it is cancer, it is often discovered after several years. Dr. Shen Mengjun provides life and dietary advice to help people prevent skin cancer. He also reminds that skin cancer must be seen by a dermatologist. The doctor makes the diagnosis to avoid delaying the golden period of treatment.

Ways to Prevent Skin Cancer 1: Avoid Excessive Sun Exposure

Prolonged sun exposure is one of the major risk factors for skin cancer. When the sun is strong, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., try to stay in the shade or use a parasol, hat, sunglasses and Protective measures such as sunscreen.

Way 2 to prevent skin cancer: Use sunscreen products

It is recommended to reapply every 2 hours. If you are swimming or sweating, it is recommended to reapply sunscreen after the activity to ensure continued skin protection.

Way 3 to prevent skin cancer: quit smoking and drink moderately

Smoking and excessive drinking are both associated with an increased risk of skin cancer. In addition, quitting smoking and drinking in moderation are also important habits to maintain good health.

Way 4 to Prevent Skin Cancer: Eat Healthy

Choose foods rich in antioxidants, such as fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Antioxidants help fight free radicals and help repair the DNA of skin cells. In addition, appropriate supplements of multivitamins (vitamin B3 and vitamin D) can also Helps maintain skin health.

Way 5 to prevent skin cancer: Regular self-examination

Check your skin regularly. You can take photos and records at intervals. If you find any suspicious skin conditions, you should immediately seek advice from a dermatologist.

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