Over 1 million Americans get skin cancer each year, making it the most common form of cancer in the United States. Skin cancer can affect anyone, but some people are at greater risk than others. Experts believe that approximately eighty percent of all skin cancers can be prevented if simple precautions against the sun's ultraviolet radiation are taken. Yes, when detected and treated early, most skin cancers can be successfully treated and often cured. The cancerous tissue is vaporized by a laser beam.
Cancerous tissue is destroyed by the applications of intensely cold liquid nitrogen.
This therapy is useful in treating pre-cancerous lesions. For this reason, you should not ignore any unusual or persistent skin condition. Pay particular attention to any changes in the size, color, shape or thickness of pre-existing moles, new moles or growths. Learn the signs of skin cancer, and make it a habit to inspect your skin periodically for any new growths or changes and for any alterations in old growths. The best protection is to take nothing for granted.