Skin cancer is the most common cancer in many countries like United States. More than 3 million people diagnosed with skin cancer all over the world, in a year. Out of every five American one America gets skin cancer once in his life time. Kids also suffer from this disease. Here are some eye opening facts about skin cancer.
- Prevalence: There are more cases of skin cancer every year, if we compare them with the combined incidents of breast, prostate, lung and colon cancer.
- Common skin cancer: Basal cell carcinoma is the most common type of skin cancer. This type of cancer is not fatal but it can be dangerous if leave unattended.
- Cause: The cause of skin cancer is different in different countries. In US most common cause of skin cancer is the Ultra violet rays.
- Treatment: skin cancer can be treated with care and medication. Non melanoma skin cancer is completely curable. However, high treatment cost is associated with skin cancers.
- Cure: If we avoid exposure to ultra violate rays, skin cancer can be avoided. Moreover, use of quality skin products and regular visit to doctor can also help to avoid skin cancer.