Category: Skin Cancer
Why Is Older Skin More Prone to Skin Cancer?
The risk of skin cancer increases with age. When it comes to skin cancer in Florida and beyond, the prevalence of basal cell, squamous cell, and melanoma skin cancers rises significantly after the age of 50 and peaks two to three decades later. Although many factors contribute to the development of skin cancer—such as lighter complexion …
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Improving Skin Cancer Treatment with Mohs Micrographic Surgery
In the Sunshine State, where the sun beams down almost year-round, combating skin cancer is not just a necessity, but a community mission. Among the state-of-the-art treatments available, Mohs micrographic surgery at our Florida-based practice stands out as a beacon of hope for those battling this prevalent disease. Renowned for its precision and effectiveness, this technique …
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Beyond the Legend: Bob Marley’s Legacy Sheds Light on Melanoma
The recent release of Bob Marley’s biopic movie happens to be juxtaposed with the month of May, also known as Melanoma Awareness Month. Many people identify Bob Marley with his epic reggae hits and his legendary album Exodus, named by TIME magazine as the greatest album of the 20th century. However, many people are not aware that Bob …
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There Is No Such Thing as a Safe Tanning Bed
Do not let a recent viral TikTok by Kim Kardashian persuade you! Tanning beds are harmful. I would even say that tanning beds are worse than natural sunlight. UV radiation is a proven, cancer-causing carcinogen and classified in the same category as cigarettes. The Skin Cancer Foundation reported that more than 419,000 cases of skin …
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Skin Cancer Screenings: What to Expect and How to Prepare
What does it mean if you call and schedule a “skin check” with me? That term can be interpreted in many ways. To a dermatologist at Florida’s Skin Wellness Physicians, a skin check signifies a head-to-toe examination looking for skin cancers, precancerous growths, and atypical moles. Most of the time and effort of the visit is …
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Understanding Jimmy Buffet’s Merkel Cell Carcinoma: A Rare but Aggressive Skin Cancer
Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC), although rare, is a highly aggressive and potentially life-threatening form of skin cancer. Named after its discoverer, Dr. Friedrich Merkel—who identified it in 1875—MCC has gained increased attention in recent years due to its rapid progression and challenging treatment options. This post aims to shed light on this lesser-known skin cancer for …
Understanding Vitiligo Causes Symptoms and Treatments
Vitiligo is an autoimmune skin condition that causes your skin to lose its color or pigment. This medical condition happens when the body’s immune system destroys melanocytes. Melanocytes are skin cells that make melanin, which is the chemical that gives skin its color or pigmentation. When someone has vitiligo, they develop milky-white patches on their …
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It’s Skin Cancer Awareness Month
As a dermatologist in Florida, I am aways promoting skin cancer education, but The American Cancer Society specifically promotes May as Skin Cancer Awareness Month. This month, I emphasize being mindful of the causes of skin cancer, getting annual skin exams, and discussing important skin cancer facts. Skin cancer is the most common cancer, with more than …
Sun Safety: Tips to Protect Your Skin
Sun damage afflicts nearly everyone within their lifetime, especially if they are a full or part-time resident of the Sunshine State. As dermatologists at Skin Wellness Physicians, we explain that damage manifests itself in a number of ways—namely in ways that can lead to skin cancers and premature aging. No matter which consequence of damage it is …
Reapplying Our Focus on Skin Cancer
I know that I sound like a broken record, but I am always looking for a reason to discuss skin cancer prevention for Florida residents and others. With Skin Cancer Awareness Month starting May 1, it is time for a refresher for all my sun-loving Floridians, because skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United …
