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Hello Doctor! Skin cancer needs more awareness nowadays. What are the symptoms & causes of it.Does radiation & UV rays play a big part in it? What are the precautions & treatment to be taken.
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Exposure to UV rays can cause skin cancer ; be sun smart - limit exposure, use sunscreen with SPF greater than 15; see a doctor if you notice any unusual skin pigmentation/ulceration
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