In Tatarstan among cancers leading skin cancer

In Tatarstan doctors are sounding the alarm. Among cancers in recent years has become dramatically lead to skin cancer. The truth is, he is in second place. First, recall that breast cancer in women. It's summer now and the problem is particularly relevant.

Notorious sunscreen, according to the oncologists, do not protect against cancer. They strongly recommend not to stay in the sun regardless of skin type. And at the slightest symptoms to go to the hospital.

One of the patients decided to go to the doctors on the advice of a friend. she reminded the woman about the fact that with age the risk of skin cancer increases dramatically. Fears pensioner was confirmed by the doctors of the Republican Oncology center and was diagnosed with skin cancer. Luckily its least malignant form. For complete recovery it is enough to remove the affected part of the skin. Oncologists say that the key is early diagnosis. In the final stages cure is possible only in 20% of cases.

A great responsibility lies on the man, say oncologists. And recommend as often as possible to explore the spots and moles on your body. The doctors found out an interesting fact. Least likely skin cancer to suffer family people. Oncologists found out that the melanoma and skin cancer are more common among residents of the city. Their skin is whiter. The influx of patients is in the fall when you come back tanned from the South and, as scientists say, the creams with UV filter does not help. Among the risk factors excessive consumption of animal fats. Skin cancer can also lead to burns and corrosions, and frostbite.

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