Skin Cancer: Causes, Prevention & Treatment!

Episode:

129

As a dermatologist who treats skin cancers, I can’t stress enough how important it is to understand skin cancers and how to prevent them. Skin cancers are one of the most common types of cancer, but with the right knowledge and actions, it’s also one of the easiest to prevent and treat.

key takeaways

• The majority of skin cancers have a good prognosis when treated with surgery.
• Sun exposure during childhood and cumulative sun exposure increase the risk of skin cancer.
• Starting good sun protection habits early is really important for keeping your skin healthy in the long run.
• Discussing treatment options and preventive measures with a dermatologist is crucial.
• Mohs surgery is considered the ‘gold standard’ for skin cancer treatment especially on the head and neck area.
• If you need advice on how to treat or prevent skin cancer, it’s important to talk to a dermatologist.