Recommendations for high-risk groups, screening and prevention of skin cancer
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Category:Early Detection
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High-risk objects
Those who have any of the following high-risk factors are all high-risk subjects for skin cancer:
1. Frequent exposure to the sun and ultraviolet radiation;
2. Long-term exposure to chemical substances, such as asphalt and tar derivatives;
3. Suffering from chronic ulcers, unhealed scars, fistulas, discoid lupus erythematosus, radiation dermatitis, etc.;
4. Have had skin cancer;
5. Birthmarks that continue to grow or have recently grown significantly;
6. Moles on the soles, palms and other areas that are easy to touch and rub.
Screening recommendations
Clinical physical examination, once a year.
For those with high-risk factors, a professional doctor will conduct a skin examination, including moles, birthmarks, or other abnormally pigmented areas, record changes in color, size, shape, or texture, and perform a biopsy if necessary.
Prevention advice
1. Regular skin self-examination (compared with a ruler, take photos for backup);
2. Do physical or chemical sun protection outdoors and avoid exposure to the sun;
3. Do not trim or break your toes or skin spots repeatedly;
4. Eat a reasonable diet and avoid spicy and irritating foods.