Melanoma (skin cancer) is the most common form of cancer in the United States, affecting one in five Americans by the age of 70. The good news, however, is that it is also one of the most treatable cancers. Even melanoma, which is the deadliest form of skin cancer, has a 99 percent, five-year survival
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Procedures Commonly Performed by a Surgical Dermatologist
Skin conditions are highly prevalent in the US. Some can be treated with homeremedies and nonsurgical approaches, while others that fail to respond to conservative treatments may require surgery from a dermatologist. A dermatologist is a medical doctor who receives advanced education and training in providing the diagnosis and treatment (surgical and nonsurgical) of medically
Read MoreRare Types of Cancerous Spots on Skin
Skin cancer is the most frequently occurring malignancy in the United States. While most cancerous skin spots are basal and squamous cell carcinomas or, less commonly, deadly melanoma – other types exist, too. Here is information on these rare cancerous skin spots and how to recognize them. Rare Types of Skin Cancers There are at
Read MoreWhat Is Mohs Micrographic Surgery?
Doctors usually recommend surgery to treat basal and squamous skin cancer – two of the most common skin cancers. The goal of surgery is to remove the tumor with little disturbance to the surrounding healthy tissue. Different surgical techniques can be used to remove skin cancer, however, the most advanced and specialized technique is Mohs
Read MoreThe ABCDEs in Identifying Cancerous Spots on Skin
You might have heard time and time again about the importance of protecting your skin from the sun’s harmful UV rays – which are the main culprit in skin cancer. But how much do you know about the disease itself? Do you know how to spot its early signs? Whether you find tanned skin attractive
Read MoreWhat to Ask Your Mohs Surgeon About Skin Cancer
If you’re concerned that you may be at risk for skin cancer, or you simply want to know more about it, consider consulting a dermatologist, particularly someone who is trained in Mohs surgery – the gold standard for treating the most common types of skin cancer. The questions below can help you get a good
Read MoreEarly Stages of Cancerous Spots on Skin
Skin cancer takes the top spot in the list of the most common types of cancer in the United States. Nonetheless, even with its prevalence, not many people know how to identify the early signs of this deadly disease. In this blog post, we’ll go over the early signs of the common types of skin
Read MoreWhat is Mohs Surgery? Detailing Mohs Reconstruction
Mohs surgery also referred to as Mohs micrographic surgery, is a precise surgical technique used to treat skin cancer. Mohs surgery has a high cure rate and allows dermatologists to preserve as much healthy skin as possible by only removing the cancerous skin. Mohs surgery is considered a highly effective type of surgery to treat
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