Skin cancer is one of the deadliest forms of cancer that people usually ignore. Though it is most immune to fair-skinned people, all skin types need to be wary of this evil tumor. One of the main causes of skin cancer is the direct ultraviolet radiation coming from the sun that blocks the development in the outermost layer of the skin, known as Epidermis. Other causes may include family history of skin cancer, multiple moles, exposure to arsenic compounds and radium, and scorching sunburn as a child.

Skin cancer damages your cells and multiplies at a very fast rate that ultimately leads to the formation of a tumor. This poisonous tumor starts to spread in three different cells giving the notion of three types of skin cancers mentioned as under:

• Melanoma: A less common form of cancer, but at the same time it is equally deadliest. It usually starts to spread in melanocytes cells and subsequently, adversely affects our internal organs and proves fatal. The only hope of survival is that if the tumor is detected early, then you stand a very good chance of recovery.

• Squamous Cell Carcinoma: The most common symptoms of this type of cancer find its place in the hands, lower lips, and the forehead. Usually identified as a red ulceration of the skin which does not heal, if left undiagnosed in the earlier stage may cost you your life. Continued exposures to arsenic, heat or X-rays are some of the main factors responsible for Squamous Cell Carcinoma.

• Basal Cell Carcinoma: The most widespread and feared form of skin cancer, Basal Cell Carcinoma is caused by excessive sun exposure and spreads along the skin affecting with the cancer. It gets identified as a small bump with partially coloured appearance. Therapeutic radiations are also a potent cause. Fair skinned people are at huge risk of developing this form of cancer.

As it is highly suggested that prevention is better than cure, you need to check yourself while exposing yourself to the sun. Also make sure to wear caps and cotton clothes for effective escape from the harmful ultraviolet radiations. Choose for waterproof sunscreen cream with feature like 30+SPF. And most importantly, visit your doctor on a regular basis to check any undetermined symptoms of skin cancer.

Skin Cancer is seems small, but it is the most common form of human cancer, which can prove fatal if not detected on time. It usually develops in the outermost layer of the skin, called the Epidermis. The cancer develops when DNA is damaged beyond repair and then the dameged cells , grow and divide at a very fast rate and spread the cancer to other skin surfaces. These damaged cells then multiply at a very fast rate, which results in a Tumor. This skin cancer tumor is generally very visible, thus making it easier to detect it in the early stages.  Thus the most common symptoms are : change in the appearance of skin, a new growth , or a sore wound which does not heal.

There are 3 types of skin cancer which starts in 3 different skin cells:

1. Basal Cell Carcinoma : This is the most common form of skin cancer, and almost 80% of skin cancer patients suffer from this type. This develops in the basal cells, which are present in the lowest layer of the epidermis. This appears mostly on the maximum  sun-exposed areas like: face, nose, head, ears, chest and neck. This cancer doesnt spread to other body parts, but can damage the surrounding tissues. People who have fair skin and are older have higher rates of basal cell carcinoma. It looks like a pink, shiny or translucent bump.

Factors which causes this skin cancer are:

• SUN-EXPOSURE: Exposure to Sun and UV rays, especially on holidays and vaccations in early age, or living in areas which receive high levels of UV radiation or in tanning booths, promotes this cancer.
• AGE: Most of the patients develope Basal Skin Cancer after 50yrs, though the damage starts in early age.
• THERAPEUTIC RADIATION: exposure to radiations given in various treatments can also be a cause.

To prevent it, you should restrict exposure to sun, specially during peak hours, wear caps and cotton clothes and regularly use waterproof sunscreen with 30+ SPF and by regular check-ups.

2. SQUAMOUS CELL CARCINOMA: This cancer occurs in the squamous cells, which are present in the upper layer of the epidermis. People with fair skin and middle or older age are more likely to develope it. This cancer can spread, so it should be diagnosed in early stage. It looks like red, scaly and inflamed bump or a tumor, which doesnt heal.

Factors:

• SUN-EXPOSURE: Sun damaged parts like: forehead, cheeks and back of hands, can develope it.
• OTHERS: Exposure to arsenic, heat or X-rays.

3. MELANOMA:  This is the deadliest form of skin cancer, and it begins in melanocytos cells, which are present in the skin ang are responsible for giving the skin its colour. It rapidly spreads to the internal organs and is fatal. But if caught on time there are 95% chances of it being cured. Its hard to detect as its appearance is that of a new mole.