2023-05-03 05:53:00
Dr. Wirawut Imsamran, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Medical Services, said that skin cancer It is a rare cancer in Thai people. It is found in females slightly more than males. From cancer statistics in Thailand between the years 2016-2018 (Cancer in Thailand Vol.X 2016-2018) compiled by the National Cancer Institute. Each year, an average of 4,374 new melanoma cases are found per year or 12 people per day. Skin cancer is usually found on the face, arms, legs, palms, soles and trunk.
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Most of them start with the change of moles, birthmarks, or start as a small wound and then gradually enlarge with rough skin. unclear boundaries uneven color
The underlying cause of skin cancer is still unknown. Risk factors that may cause melanoma include:
- sunlight
- Have a family member with skin cancer
- some genetic diseases
- White people or albinism
- Certain chemicals, such as arsenic
- chronic wound
- low immunity
- receiving radiotherapy
for the diagnosis of skin cancer This is done by taking a biopsy of the suspected lesion for pathological biopsy. and after being diagnosed The doctor will assess the stage of the disease in order to plan a further treatment.
skin cancer treatment A specialist doctor will consider the treatment that is appropriate for the patient. Depending on the type, size, and location of the cancer, with standard treatment, surgery is usually required on both the lesion and the normal skin surrounding it. may need to cut Lymph nodes in the area where the cancer has spread In some cases, chemotherapy or radiation therapy may be required.
How to Prevent Skin Cancer
- Avoid being in the sun for a long time.
- Should use protective clothing to reduce exposure to direct sunlight, such as wearing sunglasses, using an umbrella, wearing a hat, wearing long-sleeved shirts.
- You should regularly observe on your own body whether there is something wrong or not. Or if there is a chronic wound, you should see a doctor for further treatment.
Moles, a sign of skin cancer, can be cured
If skin cancer is detected at an early stage will make cancer treatment easier When it is suspected that the skin or mole on one’s body has begun to change and is found to be abnormal You should consult a doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment. You can follow more information about cancer knowledge from the National Cancer Institute at
- A website that promotes knowledge to fight cancer //allaboutcancer.nci.go.th
- anti cancer fake news website
- Line : NCI know how to fight cancer
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