Overview
When something causes change in how your skin cells grow, such as exposure to ultraviolet light, skin cancer happens. Symptoms of skin cancer include new bumps or patches on the skin, or a change in the size, shape or color of skin growths. This may affect the sun-exposed skin, scalp, face, lips, ears, neck, chest, arms and hands but also the areas that rarely see the light such as palms, beneath the fingernails, and the genital area.
What causes Skin Cancer?
Normally, as skin cells grow old and die, new cells form to replace them. But if something causes a change to this process, such as exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light, cells may grow more quickly. These new cells may be non-cancerous or cancerous. If not caught early, skin cancer can spread to nearby tissue or other areas of the body. Fortunately, if skin cancer is identified and treated in early stages, most are cured.
The major types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma.
Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common form of skin cancer. This cancer will form in your basal cells, which are the outside layer of your skin. Beginning in the skin cells that replace old cells, this type of skin cancer usually appears on the surface of the skin. In the rare cases where this cancer spreads to other areas of the body, it can be life-threatening.
Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is the second most common form of skin cancer. This cancer causes abnormal, accelerated growth of squamous cells, which is the outermost part of the epidermis. This very treatable condition is commonly found on skin areas exposed to ultraviolet (UV) sunlight.
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer, which develops in the cells producing melanin. This type of cancer may form in your eyes, or even in the nose or throat. This is the most serious type of skin cancer because it can spread to other areas of your body. Most melanomas are treatable when caught early.
Skin Cancer treatment in Iran
Equipped hospitals, advanced specialized centers with experienced doctors and specialists are available in all medical treatment areas in Iran. Also, good hotels and entertainment centers have made Iran an appropriate choice for patients who are suffering from Skin Cancer.