Jacie Estes
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I have none of the risk factors, my skin is not lighter and there is no skin cancer in my family history, yet this morning while at the dermatologist for a followup on an allergic reaction to Mary Kay cosmetics, I had a pre-cancerous lesion removed from the bridge of my nose. I did not go there expecting to have this done but I am grateful that the doctor caught it and took care of it. Do self exams and if you have any thought that a mole or spot is suspicious, have it checked out. Please.
Risk Factors
Anyone can get skin cancer, but some things put you at higher risk, like having
A lighter natural skin color.
A personal history of skin cancer.
A family history of melanoma.
Exposure to the sun through work and play.
A history of sunburns early in life.
Skin that burns, freckles, reddens easily, or becomes painful in the sun.
Blue or green eyes.
Naturally blond or red hair.
http://www.cdc.gov/Features/SkinCancer/
Pictures of skin cancers and precancerous lesions [may be a little alarming to some] I had #7 but it is now gone.
http://www.medicinenet.com/skin_cancer_pictures_slideshow/article.htm
Risk Factors
Anyone can get skin cancer, but some things put you at higher risk, like having
A lighter natural skin color.
A personal history of skin cancer.
A family history of melanoma.
Exposure to the sun through work and play.
A history of sunburns early in life.
Skin that burns, freckles, reddens easily, or becomes painful in the sun.
Blue or green eyes.
Naturally blond or red hair.
http://www.cdc.gov/Features/SkinCancer/
Pictures of skin cancers and precancerous lesions [may be a little alarming to some] I had #7 but it is now gone.
http://www.medicinenet.com/skin_cancer_pictures_slideshow/article.htm