Blog Articles about Skin Cancer
Early Squamous Cell and Basal Cell Treatment with Cryosurgery
January 9, 2019Dermatology, Skin Cancer
Cryosurgery, a treatment performed to remove some early types of skin cancer, uses liquid nitrogen to freeze basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas as well as age spots and growths such as skin tags or […]
Treating Skin Cancer with Wide-Local Excision
December 3, 2018Skin Cancer
Many methods exist for the treatment of skin cancer on both the “low-risk” areas of the body such as the arms and legs as well as the more sensitive areas like the lips, around the […]
How to Properly use Sunscreen to Prevent a Sunburn
August 1, 2018Skin Cancer
There are many prevention measures you can take to reduce your risk of sunburns (as well as skin cancer) such as wearing UPF clothing, UV-blocking sunglasses and hats or limiting your time in the sun […]
How Can UPF Clothing Help Protect You from the Sun?
July 5, 2018Dermatology, Skin Cancer
When the temperature begins to rise, it may be tempting to spend a nice summer day outdoors. However, even when you limit your time in the sun and apply broad spectrum sunscreen daily, it is […]
Squamous Cell and Basal Cell Skin Cancer Treatment Part 2: Non-Surgical Treatment Options
May 4, 2018Skin Cancer
For squamous and basal cell skin cancers that have not metastasized, spreading to the lymph nodes or other parts of the body, surgery is not the only treatment option. While the following alternative treatments are […]
Squamous Cell and Basal Cell Skin Cancer Treatment Part 1: Surgical Options
April 4, 2018Skin Cancer
To treat basal cell and squamous cell skin cancers, surgery is a common option. Depending on several factors, like the type and size of a patient’s skin cancer, a variety of surgical techniques may be […]
Skin Cancer or Seborrheic Keratosis: When Should You Get Screened?
February 27, 2018Skin Cancer
When you live in a state that’s known for its sunshine, you probably already know to be on the lookout for skin cancer symptoms. Because excessive exposure to sunlight is the biggest factor associated with […]
