When DNA in human bodies becomes damaged beyond repair, and start multiplying uncontrollably without stopping, cancer develops. However, when this condition occurs in the skin, skin cancer is caused. Since the cells are damaged, and they grow and multiply uncontrollably, a tumor is eventually formed. What makes it easy to detect is the fact that it affects the outer most layer of the skin, called the epidermis and so it is easy to spot the condition, especially in its early stages. It is known to be one of the most common types of cancer in humans and statistics show that at least one million cases of this type of cancer are recorded annually.

The rate in individuals developing skin cancer is increasing day by day and has become a growing concern for many. Other significant data also shows that almost half of the American population will be victimized by such cancer at the age of 65 at least once in their lives. Such statistics and data are quite frightening for many people and it is extremely vital that people be aware of the causes, implication, diagnosis, available treatments, and other significant information about this disease to be able to prevent themselves from developing the sickness. The best way to detect it is to check your appearance for any sores or wounds that do not seem to heal by themselves and this can be taken as a warning for developing the deadly cancer. The term can include three types namely basal cell carcinoma (or basal cell carcinoma epithelioma), squamous cell carcinoma (the first stage of which is called actinic) and melanoma. Melanoma is the most dangerous form that exists today.

All three types of cancers originate in the different cells of the body and affect different parts in the human body and have been duly named after the type of cells they affect in the body. According to data, 80% of people develop these cancers that are related to Basal cell carcinoma (BCC); this form of cancer is found to originate in the basal cells in the body which are the cells located in the bottom most layers in the epidermis. The tumors involved in BCC grow extremely slowly and can evolve undetected over a number of years. Dermatologists highly recommend people to be cautious and careful and encourage applying for diagnoses as early as possible in order to prevent the cancer from fully developing and to seek treatment as soon as possible to prevent damage at a larger scale.

The cancer is mostly caused by exposure to the sun and the ultraviolet rays of the sun are extremely harmful and can cause many diseases including one of the most deadly forms of cancer, such as melanoma. Genetics also plays a pivotal role in the causing of this deadly cancer. Hence protection from the sun and its UV rays can significantly decrease the chance to let the cancer originate. Sun blocks and sun screens are a vital tool since they work towards protection from UV rays. Regular examination of the skin should also be done to help people recognize the signs and detect them at an early stage.