How Does Skin Cancer Start- 330 Questions Answered

I get badly sun burned often and living in a tropical area is starting to scare me about developing skin cancer. I am not sure where to look, or much of anything concerning this worry.

Asked for Female, 15 Years 117 Views v

Dr. Aravind S KapaliGeneral Surgeon | Bangalore

Use sun screen with SPF more than 15 on sun exposure places it will decrease the risk. And all the disease comes at 60 + age usually ... Read More

I have black lines on my nails is this are symptoms of skin cancer And is masterbation is cause of skin cancer?

Asked for Male, 18 Years 209 Views v

Dr. A J KanwarDermatologist | Delhi

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Not at all You have probably melanonychia striata This is not cancer ... Read More

Can masterbation is the cause of the skin cancer . I masterbation two times in a week can this cause skin cancer

Asked for Male, 18 Years 162 Views v

Dr. Rohan JajuUrologist | Mumbai

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No... ... Read More

Sir / madam, I have one doubt,Is skin cancer spread from one person to another person?,...,.,.,.,.,.,

Asked for Male, 31 Years 105 Views v

Dr. Alok Kumar DewanganRadiation Oncologist | Raipur

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Skin cancer is not spread by person to person. ... Read More

What are the test to detect cancer in body. What are the symptoms of cancer What prevention should be taken to avoid cancer

Asked for Male, 40 Years 861 Views v

Dr. Abhishek SoniMedical Oncologist | Rohtak

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Symptoms and test vary from site to site. Preventive management has a large list for food and activities. Consult for more details. ... Read More

As a male ages from early 20s to 70s, by how much does his risk of skin cancer increase ? is skin cancer cause to specific age groups ?

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Can masterbation be the cause of skin cancer In a male body . I have dark line on my nails is this are due to skin cancer

Asked for Male, 18 Years 240 Views v

Dr. Rohan JajuUrologist | Mumbai

No... ... Read More

An unusual mark has appeared on my hand the last few days and after some research I fear it could be a form of skin cancer

Asked for Male, 18 Years 145 Views v

Dr. Shaurya RohatgiDermatologist | Mumbai

Please send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment ... Read More

Does using sun screen really help prevent skin cancer? If yes, what shold be the SPF number of the cream ?

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Using sun screen help in to prevent skin cancer? If yes, what shold be the SPF number of the cream ?

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My dad 75yr old is diagnosed with prostate cancer he has very health anxiety don't sleep at night just for viral infection.so we are afraid of telling him we didn't inform him now we need to start treatment . doctor told 1st line of treatment is injection so can we hide this matter from patient .what happens if we tell this matter to patient.

Asked for Female, 31 Years 44 Views v

Dr. Mrinal GautamPsychiatrist | Kolhapur

It is completely understandable to feel protective of your 75-year-old father, especially since he already suffers from severe health anxiety. However, hiding a cancer diagnosis from a patient is high ... Read More

For the last 3 to 4 days the skin inside and outside of my lips started peeling. There is no pain or irritation.

Asked for Male, 33 Years 56 Views v

Dr. Anubha SinghGeneral Physician | Jhansi

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If you require assistance or have any health concerns, feel free to reach out for a consultation. Your well-being is my priority, and i'm here to support you on your health journey. ... Read More

Sir please clarify one thing can repitative cut in one area like skin ,mouth ,or private parts or anus is a cause for cancer means can repitative cut in one particular area for years cause cancer and can chronic wound cause cancer i mean it's very strange thing as far as I know cancer is a dna type or whatsoever disease or overgrowth of something b

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Asked for Female, 37 Years 95 Views v

Dr. Joydeep GhoshOncologist | Kolkata

A chronic ulcer in the skin can lead to a type of skin cancer. But you need understand that ist not 1+1 =2. Its not like it will definitely develop. But the chances can be there. Although small. But p ... Read More

What is attached with uterus.doctor said tubes are attached.bcause of csection in delivery.any cervical cancer.

Asked for Female, 37 Years 42 Views v

Dr. Lavina BatraGynecologist | Pune

Pls connect for online consultation and advice ... Read More

If a patients is daiginose at early stage 1 colorectal cancer , can he able to live full live just like general population

Asked for Male, 37 Years 130 Views v

Dr. Gaurav SinghGeneral Physician | Lucknow

Kindly consult for proper evaluation and treatment. ... Read More

Hi recently I had a delivery now I am breastfeeding in my chest I had these mole type it's actually little lump and also there is small small dots in my chest but today I saw a video regarding this I don't know for how long it's been there I fear it could be a skin cancer???

Asked for Female, 28 Years 68 Views v

Dr. Kishore Chandra KoradaOncologist | Hyderabad

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Hi Don't worry please see a surgical oncologist ... Read More

Hi Dr, My mom has moveable swell on her neck left Since 10 days( not sure if it there from last 10 days or before. But we noticed 10 days before) Its pain when when we touch that swell We met ent and did ultrasounds. My ent is out for two days I am scared if it is confirm cancer or not Please review and suggest We will do FNAC after 2 days But

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Asked for Male, 32 Years 59 Views v

Dr. Kanika AroraENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist | Navi Mumbai

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Dis usg is not confirmatory fr cancer Go for thyroid profile t3 t 4 tsh And advised fr fnac Dis fnac will detect cells in swelling Depending on dat Confirmation is done ... Read More

Can repeatedly doing nail extensions cause cancer or any skin problem??? Nail extensions is harmful or not??

Asked for Female, 32 Years 86 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

Not like that... for detailed information do online consultation with photos ... Read More

My brother is chain smoker and he is diagnosed with skin cancer. Please suggest how to leave smoking permanently and how can skin cancer get healed by itself without getting treated.

Asked for Male, 48 Years 54 Views v

Dr. Beena ValandiPlastic Surgeon | Hyderabad

Immediate treatment is needed. Consult for further diagnosis and treatment. ... Read More

How soon can you start chemotherapy after chemo port is inserted!! This is for breast cancer post mastectomy

Asked for Female, 25 Years 149 Views v

BALARAJU KOTLASurgical Oncologist | Hyderabad

Chemotherapy can started from day one of Chemoport insertion as long as back flow is good ... Read More

Skin cancer or not? (Right thigh) Attaching picture, I had this for three weeks after my recent dengue , when it came out first day , I had slight itch, now no itch or scrubbing, it stays there now, I'm worried wether it's cancer? I won't smoke or drinking, no heridity of skin cancer

Asked for Male, 28 Years 97 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

No... for detailed information do online consultation ... Read More

Attaching picture, O had this for two weeks after my recent dengue before three weeks, when it came out I had slight itch, now no itch or scrubbing, it stays there now, I'm worried wether it's cancer?

Asked for Male, 28 Years 47 Views v

Dr. Kishore Chandra KoradaOncologist | Hyderabad

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Once see a dermatologist, if it's suspicious he/she would do a biopsy ... Read More

As my skin has lot of open pores n acne scars n uneven skin texture n skin tone n have small bumps all over the face so wanted to start tretinoin

Asked for Female, 28 Years 159 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

Treatment depends on the grade of pigment skin, it's tone and texture... for accurate diagnosis and treatment do online consultation with photos ... Read More

Hello doctors my age is 23 now am attaching few pics In my childhood I had anal sex with my male two cousins in 2014-2016 in my and there 14-15 age its been many years ago I nevr had any tests I don't recognised this penile problem it was many years back and my glan turning to white like vitiligo I had skin white marks from birth though am worrying

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Asked for Male, 23 Years 243 Views v

Dr. Twinkle PatelDermatologist | Valsad

Consult online for diagnosis and management ... Read More

Recently one of my relatives tested positive in Cancer. My parents are scared very much. I want to just do a blood test to detect cancer or anything which relates to it. So that i can calm their mind down and make them panic less. Please advice the test. Thanks in advance.

Asked for Female, 24 Years 230 Views v

Dr. Sri Sai TejaswiniOncologist | Hyderabad

Hi Would like to know your parents age, detailed history on health and also any family history There is no one blood test which can detect cancer But for commonly occuring cancers eg: breast , cervix ... Read More

I have this kite looking growth under my tongue with visible 2 dots on the right side of my throat and some kind of a throat on the left side. I've never taken any medication and I've spotted this for more than a month now and its like that ever since. I have no pain in my throat or any difficulty swallowing food. No irritation nothing. Is this can

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Asked for Male, 25 Years 135 Views v

Dr. Savio JamesRadiation Oncologist | Cochin

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This seems to be Leukoplakia - a pre cancerous lesion . Do you smoke / or use any tobacco products? You can consult me with full history , may need to discuss you symptoms in detail and then conside ... Read More

I recently did my whole body checkup along with cancer screening and in the screening my CEA, CA19.9 and AFP were normal.So I just want to know based on only these whether I have any cancer or not

Asked for Male, 25 Years 224 Views v

Dr. M S VidyasagarOncologist | Chennai

These tests can be abnormal even in many conditions other than cancer. On the basis of these tests nobody should come to a conclusion. It has to be confirmed by other investigations. These tests are n ... Read More

Hello sir Sharing USG report of my aunt having neck swelling please see report sir. Is it serious or is it cancer ?? Please help...

Asked for Male, 35 Years 148 Views v

Dr. Anuraj CPENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist | Malappuram

Not cancer. Possibly due to some infection in throat ... Read More

Hello, I wanted to use a winter cream since it got a lot colder than usual in Bangalore. I ordered Nivea soft cream , and after applying it, the skin around my eyes (above and below) started burning. And then became really dry. I think it is some kind of reaction, which I've never had with any other skin product ever. I cannot apply anything now o

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Asked for Female, 29 Years 296 Views v

Dr. Ch.SuneethaDermatologist | Hyderabad

Consult online for detailed explanation ... Read More

Sir i got 2 times period in december after that taking regestron 10mg period stoped...is it cause any cancer?...i have 2 yr old baby boy...age 30

Asked for Female, 29 Years 157 Views v

Dr. Alok Kumar DewanganRadiation Oncologist | Raipur

Don't think for cancer. Consult to gynecologist ... Read More

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How does skin cancer start

I get badly sun burned often and living in a tropical area is starting to scare me about developing skin cancer. I am not sure where to look, or much of anything concerning this worry.

I have black lines on my nails is this are symptoms of skin cancer And is masterbation is cause of skin cancer?

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Can masterbation is the cause of the skin cancer . I masterbation two times in a week can this cause skin cancer

Sir / madam, I have one doubt,Is skin cancer spread from one person to another person?,...,.,.,.,.,.,

What are the test to detect cancer in body. What are the symptoms of cancer What prevention should be taken to avoid cancer

As a male ages from early 20s to 70s, by how much does his risk of skin cancer increase ? is skin cancer cause to specific age groups ?

Can masterbation be the cause of skin cancer In a male body . I have dark line on my nails is this are due to skin cancer

An unusual mark has appeared on my hand the last few days and after some research I fear it could be a form of skin cancer

Does using sun screen really help prevent skin cancer? If yes, what shold be the SPF number of the cream ?

Using sun screen help in to prevent skin cancer? If yes, what shold be the SPF number of the cream ?

For the last 3 to 4 days the skin inside and outside of my lips started peeling. There is no pain or irritation.

What is attached with uterus.doctor said tubes are attached.bcause of csection in delivery.any cervical cancer.

If a patients is daiginose at early stage 1 colorectal cancer , can he able to live full live just like general population

Hi recently I had a delivery now I am breastfeeding in my chest I had these mole type it's actually little lump and also there is small small dots in my chest but today I saw a video regarding this I don't know for how long it's been there I fear it could be a skin cancer???

Can repeatedly doing nail extensions cause cancer or any skin problem??? Nail extensions is harmful or not??

My brother is chain smoker and he is diagnosed with skin cancer. Please suggest how to leave smoking permanently and how can skin cancer get healed by itself without getting treated.

How soon can you start chemotherapy after chemo port is inserted!! This is for breast cancer post mastectomy

Skin cancer or not? (Right thigh) Attaching picture, I had this for three weeks after my recent dengue , when it came out first day , I had slight itch, now no itch or scrubbing, it stays there now, I'm worried wether it's cancer? I won't smoke or drinking, no heridity of skin cancer

Attaching picture, O had this for two weeks after my recent dengue before three weeks, when it came out I had slight itch, now no itch or scrubbing, it stays there now, I'm worried wether it's cancer?

As my skin has lot of open pores n acne scars n uneven skin texture n skin tone n have small bumps all over the face so wanted to start tretinoin

Recently one of my relatives tested positive in Cancer. My parents are scared very much. I want to just do a blood test to detect cancer or anything which relates to it. So that i can calm their mind down and make them panic less. Please advice the test. Thanks in advance.

I recently did my whole body checkup along with cancer screening and in the screening my CEA, CA19.9 and AFP were normal.So I just want to know based on only these whether I have any cancer or not

Hello sir Sharing USG report of my aunt having neck swelling please see report sir. Is it serious or is it cancer ?? Please help...

Sir i got 2 times period in december after that taking regestron 10mg period stoped...is it cause any cancer?...i have 2 yr old baby boy...age 30

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