Basal Cell Carcinoma

on March 31, 2010 in Skin Cancer - Non-Melanoma

Detailed information on basal cell carcinoma, including risk factors and how the disease develops

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Melanoma Introduction

Melanoma Introduction

on March 31, 2010 in Skin Cancer - Melanoma

People with melanoma, a serious form of skin cancer, now have more hope for survival and more treatment choices than ever before. Doctors keep finding new treatments for melanoma and ways to help people with melanoma lead better lives. We are continually learning more about melanoma, its prevention, detection, and treatment. There are three types [...]

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Acne

on March 31, 2010 in Dermatology

Detailed information on acne, including causes, symptoms, and different types of treatment such as medication, dermabrasion, chemical peels, collagen injections, laser resurfacing, punch grafts, phototherapy/blue light therapy, and autologous fat transfer

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Understanding the Types of Skin Cancer

Understanding the Types of Skin Cancer

on March 31, 2010 in Skin Cancer - Melanoma, Skin Cancer - Non-Melanoma

A brief explanation of the three types of skin cancer; basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma.

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Anatomy of the Skin

Anatomy of the Skin

on March 31, 2010 in Dermatology, Skin Cancer - Melanoma, Skin Cancer - Non-Melanoma

The skin is the body’s largest organ. It serves as a protective shield against heat, light, injury, and infection.

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Actinic Keratosis and Non-Melonoma Skin Cancer

on March 10, 2010 in Lectures

What is an actinic (solar) keratosis? Is it a cancer? Is it a cosmetic lesion? What types of cancers may evolve from them? In this lecture, a detailed discussion regarding the pathogenesis and pathobiology of AK is presented. This lecture will be of keen interest to dermatologists and other medical care providers who deal with non-melanoma skin cancer.

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