Skin cancer can be caught at skin cancer clinics, when skin cells are damaged by over exposure to UV radiation from the sun. Between 95 and 99% of skin cancers in Australia are caused by exposure to the sun.Every year in Australia skin cancers account for 80% of all newly diagnosed cancers. 2-in-3 Australians will be diagnosed with skin skin cancer by the time they are 70, GPs in  Australia have 1 million patient consultations per year for skin cancer. Like Sundoctors Australia for best skin check Gold Coast.

Skin Cancer Facts And Figures

Melanoma is the most common cancer in people aged between 15 to 44 years. It is the fourth most common cancer in both men and women. Australia has one of the highest incidences of skin cancer in the world, the five-year relative survival rate for Melanoma is 90% for Australian men and 95% of Australian women

Are You At Risk?

It is very easy to say I will get checked next year, but then that turns into the year after and before you know it, you will need extensive skin removal and excisions, skin cancer can be deadly but a simple skin check can greatly reduce the risk. There are dozens of risk factors. You are most at risk if you -

●      Spent your childhood in Australia

●      Have been sunburnt

●       work outdoors or somewhere with sun exposure

●      Have a fair skin or burn easily

●      Have blue or green eyes

●      Have fair or red hair

●      Have large number of moles freckles or other similar skin blemishes

Skin check is a very straightforward procedure and will be over before you know it. Your doctor will be able to identify a number of potential issues that increase your risk of developing skin cancer.

Mole Removal

If any of your moles appear dangerous or likely to develop into skin cancer, your GP will organise a follow-up appointment for their removal.

He can conduct mole removal on site at many clinics. It is a simple operation. Initial biopsies can be conducted to assess the condition of the moles or spots. If necessary cryotherapy can be carried out which involves freezing the moles at extremely low temperature to remove them. This can be done in fully equipped operating theatres, in a short space of time, which allows you to get back to your life with peace of mind.

It is important to address any moles that your GP flags as being of concern as quick as possible. The earlier that a mole is removed, the better chance of eliminating it permanently and avoiding large scars.

Check Your Own Skin

In between skin checks formed by a GP, it is important to be aware of changes in your own skin and conduct a cursory glance over your body. If you identify any unusual skin spots or freckles or moles that concerns you, it's important that you organise a visit with your GP and get it checked.

When conducting your own skin checks consider ABCDE checklist -

●      Asymmetric - if the mole is not regularly shaped and it can be divided equally in two , it is abnormal

●      Border- an uneven border around your freckle or mole may be an indication of developing Melanoma

●      Colour if  there is inconsistent colouring across the mole surface, it is a warning sign

●      Diameter- it is possible to identify Melanoma  before they get to a large size much larger than average mole or freckle usually.

●      Evolving - if the mole is changing in colour and feel, then it is a warning sign and you should organise an appointment with your doctor immediately.

Stay ahead of skin cancer by getting professional to check your skin specialist if you are over 40 and have Sun Damaged skin or multiple freckles and moles.