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melanoma_growth_over_14_monthsMay is recognized as Skin Cancer Awareness Month. It is a crucial time to educate and inform the public about the prevalence, risk factors, and early detection of skin cancer. By increasing awareness, we aim to encourage individuals to take proactive steps to protect their skin and seek prompt medical attention when necessary. However, even with increased awareness, misdiagnoses can occur, leading to delayed or inappropriate treatment.

There are several types of skin cancer misdiagnosis:

  • Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC) Misdiagnosis: Basal cell carcinoma is the most common type of skin cancer. Unfortunately, it can be misdiagnosed as a benign condition such as a cyst or a harmless skin lesion. Due to the potential for misdiagnosis, patients might not receive the timely treatment they need.
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elanoma_Growth_over_14_MonthsFailure to diagnose skin cancer can be fatal. However if it is caught in a timely manner, the worst can be avoided and the cancer can be treated. Skin cancer is one of the most common types of cancers with 5 million Americans being diagnosed every year. Among the various types of skin cancers, melanoma is the most dangerous.

Who is at risk?

Anybody can get skin cancer however people with fair skins, light colored eyes, red hair, with a skin that burns easily or that freckles easily have a higher risk than others. People with a history of sunburns or people who are exposing themselves frequently to the sun or are using tanning beds also have a higher risk to get cancer than those who protect their skin from the sun. Skin cancer can also be genetic and runs in some families. Additionally people who have a large number of moles are also at higher risk of contracting skin cancer and should have their moles regularly checked by a specialist to screen for malignancy.

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Failure to diagnose skin cancer can be fatalSkin cancer is the most common cancer in the US with more than 5 million Americans diagnosed every year.  Skin cancer, if detected early, can be cured. 90% of patients diagnosed with skin cancer get cured.

Failure to diagnose skin cancer can be fatal and like all cancers, early detection is key. The good news is that unlike other types of cancer, skin cancer is visible and early detection starts with you. Doctors recommend a self-exam every month.

How to screen yourself for skin cancer?

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spotme-in-community-target-page-bannerFailure to diagnose skin cancer at an early stage can have deadly consequences.  People living in New York  will have plenty of opportunities to get a free skin cancer screening during the month of May which is National Skin Cancer Awareness Month.

Malignant Melanoma is the fastest growing cancer for men, and the second fastest growing cancer for women. If it is detected early when it hasn’t spread to the lymph nodes, the survival rate is 98%.  A yearly annual skin exam performed by a physician offers the best chance of an early diagnosis. Self-exams should also be performed every month. If you notice a change in an existing mole or discover a new one that look suspicious you should show it to a physician immediately.

Here is a list of places where you can get free skin cancer screenings in New York in May and June. For other States click here.

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