SKIN CANCER holds the number one most common form of cancer. Annually, there are more than one million new cases being recorded, with one death every hour. This annual rate continues to grow increasingly with each year, inviting more public concern. Skin cancer has become a public concern that many advertisements are geared toward skin cancer prevention, and campaigns are being launch to promote skin cancer awareness among every individual. Skin Cancer Photos are frequently used to convey the importance of fighting this disease.

Skin cancer affects the largest organ in the body: the skin. The human skin is composed of two major layers, the epidermis and the dermis. Skin cancer occurs when there is abnormal growth of cancerous cells, especially in the outermost layer, the epidermis. The epidermis has three layers - squamous cells which comprise the upper and the middle layer, and the bottom layers, which consists of melanocytes and basal cells. Skin cancer can affect each of these layers, defining the different types of skin cancer. Skin cancer types are divided into two classes: the non-melanoma skin cancer types and melanoma skin cancer. Non-melanoma skin cancer includes basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. Melanoma or malignant melanoma is the most serious of the three types of skin cancer, accounting to more than 77% of all deaths from skin cancer.

The images below are some Skin Cancer Photos.

Skin cancer is one of the most curable cancers, especially when detected early. It is important to be wary about the warning signs that may indicate a developing disease. Skin cancer symptoms present as visible changes in the skin - a mole that is growing and changing colors, a sore that doesn't heal, a smooth, waxy lesion, or black or brown streaks under the nails. When one of these skin changes is noted, as seen in Skin Cancer Photos and or compared to photos taken when previously a molemap was done, it is advised to consult a specialized physician as soon as possible. Early detection secures proper intervention and a prompt skin cancer treatment.