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Skin Cancer
A diagnosis of cancer is upsetting, to say the least. Skin cancer is no exception.
“Skin cancer” is a general term for various types of cancer, including:
Fortunately, defense and treatment programs have never been better. Dr. Peter Vitulli, Jr. and the staff at A Center for Dermatology, Cosmetic and Laser Surgery offers state-of-the-art screening techniques. By detecting it at an early state before the symptoms are evident, there is less risk that the cancer has spread and treatment is easier.
If the results of your screening show abnormal cells, further diagnostic tests are done to determine if you have cancer.
Cancerous growths are removed surgically. Treated without delay, the surgery usually results in minimal scarring. More extensive procedures may require follow-up reconstructive surgery to restore appearance.
There is much you can do to lessen your risk of skin cancer:
We happily serve the Jupiter, Juno Beach, North Palm Beach, and Palm Beach Gardens, area for cancer screening, cosmetic, and laser dermatology.
“Skin cancer” is a general term for various types of cancer, including:
- Melanoma (in the cells that give your skin pigment).
- Basal cell carcinoma (in the top layer of your skin).
- Squamous cell carcinoma (flat cells forming the surface of your skin).
- Neuroendocrine carcinoma (cells that work with your nervous system).
Fortunately, defense and treatment programs have never been better. Dr. Peter Vitulli, Jr. and the staff at A Center for Dermatology, Cosmetic and Laser Surgery offers state-of-the-art screening techniques. By detecting it at an early state before the symptoms are evident, there is less risk that the cancer has spread and treatment is easier.
If the results of your screening show abnormal cells, further diagnostic tests are done to determine if you have cancer.
Cancerous growths are removed surgically. Treated without delay, the surgery usually results in minimal scarring. More extensive procedures may require follow-up reconstructive surgery to restore appearance.
There is much you can do to lessen your risk of skin cancer:
- Protect yourself from the sun year-round – not just in the summer or at the beach.
- Avoid being out at midday on sunny days.
- Stay in the shade whenever possible.
- Wear protective clothing, hat, and sunglasses.
- Use sunscreen (SPF 50 or higher) whenever you are in the sun.
We happily serve the Jupiter, Juno Beach, North Palm Beach, and Palm Beach Gardens, area for cancer screening, cosmetic, and laser dermatology.