Tag: 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 …
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 …
5 Things to Know About Mohs Surgery
If you are getting ready for a skin cancer treatment, there are some things you should know before Mohs surgery. Our Naples-based team has some tips to help you get the most out of this highly effective procedure, which has a 95 to 99 percent cure rate. Mohs surgery is an advanced surgical technique named …
Say Goodbye to Redness, Rosacea, and Visible Vessels
Facial redness is a common reason for visits to the dermatologist’s office. It can be the result of conditions such as rosacea, broken blood vessels due to chronic sun damage, and marks left from acne. At Naples and Marco Island’s Skin Wellness Physicians, we find that redness is usually vascular in origin. Makeup will only go so …
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Getting the Most Out of Your Skin Cancer Screening
When people call to book an appointment with our Florida-based dermatologists, they often schedule a “skin check,” but that term can be interpreted in many ways. To a dermatologist, 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 …
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