Skin Cancer by LEO HUPPKE https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo en-us 2019-04-25 16:51:50 UTC 2025-10-15 23:07:50 UTC hello@padlet.com lhuppke96 https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo/wish/354191867 Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers. There are three common types of skin cancer. Basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas are easily treatable. Melanoma is the most dangerous of the three and causes more deaths. Skin cancer rarely spreads to other parts of the body and originates from cells in the epidermis.]]> 2019-04-25 16:54:36 UTC https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo/wish/354191867 lhuppke96 https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo/wish/354195584 No- Cancer is a disease characterized by uncontrollable cell division of abnormal cells. It is caused by a genetic mutation. Therefore, it cannot be spread from person to person. However, certain genes can be passed down that give a person a high chance of developing cancer.]]> 2019-04-25 17:02:06 UTC https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo/wish/354195584 lhuppke96 https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo/wish/354201845 -Unusual growth or changes in a mole 
-A pearly or waxy bump on the skin
-A flat, flesh-colored or brown scar-like lesion

                
]]> 2019-04-25 17:16:17 UTC https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo/wish/354201845 lhuppke96 https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo/wish/354525160 Anyone can get skin cancer. However, people with light skin, blue or green eyes, blond or red hair are more likely to develop cancer. Additionally, people with family or personal histories of skin cancer are more susceptible to developing the disease.]]> 2019-04-26 16:45:46 UTC https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo/wish/354525160 lhuppke96 https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo/wish/354528212 Three causes of skin cancer include: a family history of the disease, if someone in your family has had/ has skin cancer. High altitude and sunny climates, people who live in warmer climates are more exposed to the sun and exposed to radiation. A history of skin damage including sunburns, moles and etc.]]> 2019-04-26 16:53:58 UTC https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo/wish/354528212 1. Freezing lhuppke96 https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo/wish/354528512 The doctor may freeze off skin to destroy a cancerous mole. ]]> 2019-04-26 16:54:44 UTC https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo/wish/354528512 lhuppke96 https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo/wish/354529101 More than 90% of skin cancer is caused by skin exposure. Each hour 1 person dies from skin cancer.]]> 2019-04-26 16:56:20 UTC https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo/wish/354529101 2. Radiation Therapy lhuppke96 https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo/wish/354530010 X-Rays can be used to kill cancer cells. However, in some cases, radiation therapy cannot be used to treat skin cancer.]]> 2019-04-26 16:58:50 UTC https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo/wish/354530010 3. Chemotherapy lhuppke96 https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo/wish/354531346 Drugs are used to kill cancer cells. This therapy occurs systematically.]]> 2019-04-26 17:02:05 UTC https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo/wish/354531346 Website lhuppke96 https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo/wish/354531919 2019-04-26 17:03:30 UTC https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo/wish/354531919 lhuppke96 https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo/wish/354532455 To protect your skin and prevent the risk of getting skin cancer you can use a series of methods. One method includes using sunscreen which works by blocking and absorbing UV rays through a series of physical and chemical particles. Another method is to avoid tanning and stay away from UV tanning beds. This is because when tanning you are exposing your skin to harmful UV rays which causes skin cell damage and leads to premature skin aging. An important method is to visit your Dermatologist at least once a year for a skin exam, especially if you’re more susceptible to skin cancer or other skin problems.]]> 2019-04-26 17:04:43 UTC https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo/wish/354532455 Video lhuppke96 https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo/wish/354532755 https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/skin-cancer/multimedia/melanoma/vid-20084739]]> 2019-04-26 17:05:30 UTC https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo/wish/354532755 Photos lhuppke96 https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo/wish/354533011 2019-04-26 17:06:12 UTC https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo/wish/354533011 lhuppke96 https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo/wish/354533393 2019-04-26 17:07:18 UTC https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo/wish/354533393 lhuppke96 https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo/wish/354533467 2019-04-26 17:07:33 UTC https://padlet.com/lhuppke96/p8a72mvr0nfo/wish/354533467