Skin Cancer

How Laser Mole Removal WorksLaser mole removal uses high-energy light pulses to target and break down the melanin pigment concentrated in mole cells. The laser energy is [...]

Understanding Your Diagnosis FirstA melanoma diagnosis does not immediately tell you which treatment you need. That answer comes from staging, a process that determines how [...]

The Unique Vulnerability of the ScalpMost people apply sunscreen to their face, arms, and shoulders without giving their scalp a second thought. This oversight has serious [...]

What Is Merkel Cell Carcinoma?Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is a rare and aggressive form of skin cancer that originates in Merkel cells, specialized pressure-sensing cells [...]

What Are Moles, and When Should You Have One Removed?Most adults have somewhere between 10 and 40 moles on their bodies. The majority are harmless, but some warrant closer [...]

Why Your Feet Are Vulnerable to Undetected Skin CancerMost people never think to check their feet for skin cancer. They apply sunscreen to their face, arms, and shoulders [...]

Understanding Skin Cancer Types and Treatment GoalsA skin cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming, but treatment options have never been more effective. With approximately [...]

Where the Myth Comes FromThe idea that Black skin does not need sun protection has a partial basis in biology, with a dangerous gap in reasoning. Melanin, the pigment that [...]

What Is a Facial Mole?A mole on your face is usually nothing to worry about. Most adults have between 10 and 40 moles somewhere on their body, and facial moles are among the [...]

When Skin Changes Deserve Medical AttentionSmall skin growths are something most people notice at some point. These soft, flesh-colored bumps hanging from the skin's [...]