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Skin Cancer

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About

Skin cancer is a condition that occurs due to the abnormal growth of skin cells, usually due to damage from ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. There are three main types of skin cancer, each of which originates from different types of skin cells.

  • Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC) arises from basal cells found in the deepest part of the epidermis
  • Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC) arises from squamous cells found in the epidermis’s upper layers
  • Melanoma arises from melanocytes, which are pigment-producing cells found in the epidermis

Symptoms

  • A new growth or sore that doesn’t heal
  • Changes in the size, shape, color, or texture of a mole
  • Moles that become itchy, tender, or painful
  • Skin lesions that bleed, ooze, or crust over
  • Persistent itching, tenderness, or pain in a specific area of the skin

Causes

The most common cause of skin cancer is UV Radiation Exposure. There are other factors too that contribute to one being at the risk of it:

  • Fair Skin
  • History of Sunburns
  • Having many moles or at risk of melanoma
  • Family History
  • Weakened Immune System
  • Exposure to Certain Chemicals

Diagnosis

Early detection is important, so consult a healthcare professional if you notice any changes in your skin. They may suggest one or more of these tests:

  • Visual Examination
  • Dermoscopy
  • Biopsy
  • Imaging tests

Treatment

  • Surgery: Excision, Mohs surgery & Curettage and electrodesiccation
  • Radiation therapy
  • Chemotherapy
  • Immunotherapy
  • Targeted therapy
  • Photodynamic therapy (PDT)

Our Skin Cancer Specialists

Sheshank Mahajan

Dr. Sheshank Mahajan

Consultant: Surgical Oncology

MBBS, MS, Mch-Surgical Oncology

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FAQs


Prevention strategies include:

  • Using sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher, and reapplying every two hours or after swimming/sweating.
  • Seeking shade during peak sun hours (10 am to 4 pm).
  • Wearing protective clothing, wide-brimmed hats, and sunglasses.
  • Avoid tanning beds and artificial UV radiation sources.


Diagnosis involves:

  • Visual examination of the skin for suspicious lesions.
  • Biopsy of suspicious moles or growths to examine under a microscope.
  • Imaging tests like CT scans or MRIs may be used if melanoma or other skin cancers are suspected to have spread.


Warning signs include:

  • Changes in the size, shape, or color of moles or growths.
  • Sores that do not heal.
  • Itching, tenderness, or pain in a skin lesion.
  • Spots that bleed or ooze.

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