Skin problems due to sun exposure
Different types of skin problems can be caused by excessive, long-term exposure to sunlight, including non-cancerous, pre-cancerous, and cancerous conditions.
Different types of skin problems can be caused by excessive, long-term exposure to sunlight, including non-cancerous, pre-cancerous, and cancerous conditions.
Rough, sandpaper-like, scaly skin spots that can later turn into skin cancer
The most common form of skin cancer. Spreading (metastasizing) to other parts of the body is very unlikely. Best treated when detected early. Can be cured with proper treatment.
The next most common form of skin cancer. Spreading (metastasizing) to other parts of the body is also very unusual. Best treated when detected early. Can be cured with proper treatment.
The life-threatening form of “black mole” skin cancer. Early treatment can be curative. High likelihood of spreading to other parts of body if not treated early. Often causes death if treatment is delayed.
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