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    Skin cancer can also affect the feet

    August 13, 2009
    One place that people often miss when applying sunscreen is the feet, which experts say are susceptible to skin cancer. Statistics show that the most common type of skin cancer found on the feet is melanoma, the deadliest form. This makes it especially important to apply a sunscreen with at least SPF 30 to the feet before going out in the sun. Read more »
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    ... Hi everyone. Today, I would like to discuss how skin cancers are treated. It has been my... Read more »

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    Health Guide

    Skin cancer
    Skin cancer is the uncontrolled growth of skin cells. If left unchecked, these cancer cells can spread from the skin into other tissues and organs. There are different types of... Read more »
    Squamous cell cancer
    Squamous cell skin cancer is a type of tumor that affects the middle layer of the skin. Alternative Names Cancer - skin - squamous cell; Skin cancer - squamous... Read more »
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    Cancer - skin Treatment Different types of skin cancer require different treatment approaches. See the specific type of skin cancer for information: ... Read more »
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    ...Prevention Minimizing sun exposure is the best way to prevent skin damage, including many types of skin cancer: Protect your skin from the sun when you can -- wear protective clothing... Read more »
    Basal cell carcinoma
    Rodent ulcer; Skin cancer - basal cell; Cancer - skin - basal cell Symptoms Basal cell carcinoma may look only slightly different than normal skin. The cancer... Read more »

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    ...risk of developing certain types of cancer (e.g., skin cancer, lymphoma). You must be closely... Read more »

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