{"id":3204,"date":"2021-02-26T21:15:53","date_gmt":"2021-02-26T11:15:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ksdm.com.au\/?p=2880"},"modified":"2024-10-24T04:58:44","modified_gmt":"2024-10-24T04:58:44","slug":"risks-of-getting-skin-cancer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ksdm.com.au\/medical\/risks-of-getting-skin-cancer\/","title":{"rendered":"Knowing Your Risks Of Getting Skin Cancer\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summer in Australia means more time outside at the beach, at the park, or on walks and hikes. It also means more time exposed to the sun\u2019s harsh UV rays. Summer is the best time to review your knowledge of skin cancer risks.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you know your risk of developing melanoma or other skin cancers? Do you know your primary risk factors?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the AIHW &#8211; <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aihw.gov.au\/reports\/cancer\/skin-cancer-in-australia\/summary\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Australian Institute of Health &amp; Welfare<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; \u201cSkin cancers account for the largest number of cancers diagnosed in Australians each year\u201d.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While melanoma and other skin cancers affect a huge number of Australians per year, treatments can be hugely successful if the cancer is caught early.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certain factors can substantially alter your chances of developing many types of skin cancers; some we\u2019re able to control, and others we\u2019re not. The more you know about skin cancer, the more control you have in reducing your risks and detecting warning signs early on.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skin Cancer Risk Factors\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The risk factors associated with skin cancer vary between different types, however, most of them share several similar risk factors. You have an increased risk of developing melanoma and other skin cancers if you have:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physical Traits<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physical characteristics such as light or fair skin, blonde or red hair, blue and green eyes, or any other fair feature;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skin that naturally or easily reddens, burns, or becomes painful when in the sun;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many moles or freckles. Certain types of moles are at a high risk of developing skin cancer. If you have moles, you should have them checked out by a doctor who specializes in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ksdm.com.au\/medical\/skin-checks-treatment-wollongong\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">skin cancer checks and treatments.<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">History<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeated and severe sunburns, especially during childhood &#8211; <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1i3gc6AuI8dE0YP_321Cjo_NhCnwgu7dkghYkYgJ2kO4\/edit\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Related Blog &#8211; How To Treat Sunburn<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeated and consistent exposure to the sun without the use of sunscreen;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Used a tanning bed;\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personal history of melanoma or other skin cancer. If you\u2019ve already had skin cancer, you\u2019re at a high risk of developing it again;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Family history of melanoma or other skin cancers &#8211; the closer the relation, the higher the risk factor.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Environmental Conditions<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exposure to radiation or certain chemicals;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Living in or visiting high UV index areas, areas with less protective o-zone, or areas at high altitudes;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other Risk Factors<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weakened immune system;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Male gender;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smoking;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking medications that increase skin sensitivity or make it easier to sunburn;\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Age &#8211; older people are at a higher risk as they\u2019ve had more sun exposure, but skin cancer still accounts for over half of all cancers in younger people.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skin Cancer Prevention Tips<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is extremely important to protect yourself from the sun at any time, but especially during the summer when the UV (Ultra-Violet) light index is highest. It\u2019s important to remember that UV light reflects off of other surfaces including cement, sand, and water.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While you can\u2019t control your past experiences or genetic risk factors, you can minimize exposure to harmful UV rays by practicing these <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1NJl8B4hjPFbo5TLLwsZErtu2LSIAEq_AW52xhJo3-0E\/edit\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sun smart tips to protect your skin this summer<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always use sunscreen;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wear UVA\/UVB sunglasses;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go for regular skin checks with your doctor;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wear a wide-brimmed hat;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stay in the shade;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stay hydrated;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid the sun during the middle of the day;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be mindful of certain medicines.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best defense against skin cancer is prevention. Performing regular skin checks and having your doctor perform a full skin cancer check can detect any warning signs early enough to be very effectively treated.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have any moles or spots on your skin that look suspicious, schedule an appointment with your <a href=\"\/medical\">Warrawong medical centre doctor<\/a> immediately for a comprehensive examination and assessment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Summer in Australia means more time outside at the beach, at the park, or on walks and hikes. It also means more time exposed to the sun\u2019s harsh UV rays. Summer is the best time to review your knowledge of skin cancer risks.\u00a0 Do you know your risk of developing melanoma or other skin cancers? 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