Skin

Part 2 Skin Cancer Skin cancers are cells that become abnormal and multiply at a very fast rate that cannot be stopped by the immune system. Tumours are created when these cells are shoved into a sack which becomes a tumour. These tumors can be benign which means that a tumour is non cancerous or malignant which means that a tumour is cancerous. Skin cancer occurs when a skin cell or skin cells get damaged, this is usually from too much sun exposure. The three main types of skin cancer…

Skin Cancer Unfortunately skin cancer has become more common over the past years. According to the Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer in 2010, “Skin cancers account for as much as 50% of all cases of cancer.” Body image today plays a big part in the rise of skin cancer. The need to be tan caused an increase in self tanning which in turn causes more cases of skin cancer. The Environmental Protection Agency, in 2009, stated that more than 1million people were diagnosed with skin cancer. And It is…

Functions of the skin: There are eight main functions associated with the skin. These are as follows... 1. Secretion – the skin secretes sebum from the sebaceous glands. This fatty substance lubricates the hair shafts and when combined with perspiration on the surface of the skin, it creates a natural moisturiser which acts as a protective barrier against bacteria. 2. Heat regulation – body temperature is maintained in healthy humans at 37oC (98.6oF). organs involved in heat production are…

incomprehensible statistic. Those who are not affected by this fact are unaware of the connection between tanning beds, sun exposure, and skin cancer. Indoor tanning and prolonged exposure to the sun’s ultra-violet rays cause many types of skin cancer, including the deadliest form, the dreaded melanoma. Skin cancer is the most prominent form of cancer in the United States. In fact, skin cancer is common enough for experts to divide it into two types, melanoma and non-melanoma. Both branches…

The term skin eczema is generally applied to a variety of unrelenting skin conditions. Although many people consider this ailment as a skin problem, others are still confused about the term since its indications are also manifested in atopic dermatitis. In fact either the term eczema or atopic dermatitis can either be used for this condition. Eczema is commonly described as a group of skin ailments which results in irritated, swollen, and itchy skin. Skin eczema is actually a general term for…

conditions and factors that can make your skin itchy. Dry skin is one of the most common causes of itching. Most cases of itching do not require medical attention. Itchy skin can turn into a rash. HOME CARE INSTRUCTIONS Watch your pruritus for any changes. The following actions may help to lessen any discomfort that you are feeling: • Moisturize your skin as needed. A moisturizer that contains petroleum jelly is best for keeping moisture in your skin. • Take or apply medicines only as…

1. The three major layers that make up the skin are the epidermis (made of epithelial tissue; provides a waterproof coating for the skin), the dermis (made of dense connective tissue; contains collagen and elastin fibers, blood vessels, nerve endings sweat glands, sebaceous glands, hair follicles, and more), and the hypodermis (made of areolar connective tissue and adipose tissue; this layer of subcutaneous fat provides padding and insulation for the body). 2. There are two main categories…

Skin Cancer has got to be one of the biggest health issues we are facing today 2 in 3 Australians will be diagnosed with it by seventy, more than 2000 Australians die from it every year; skin cancer is the biggest problem for Australia and new Zealanders which have the biggest fatalities and diagnosis out of any other country or constant. This is occurring because of the harsh UV rays created by the sun that Australians simply can’t escape without the proper protection against it, this is why…

million cases of skin cancer are reported and diagnosed and almost 90% is caused of UV light usually from the sun. Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the United States. Skin cancer has always been a very important for Floridians, due to the fact of sun exposure. The radiation from the sun is the main cause of skin cancers; this exposure causes anyone likely to get skin cancer. The risk is greater for some than others, such as, people with sensitive, or freckled skin, lights eyes,…

granules are produced making your skin oily. Summer skin care tips for oily skin helps in reducing the oil and brighten the complexion to give you a natural glow. There are few pros and cons of having oily skin; Pros: Having oily skin you can enjoy a longer period of younger looking skin Wrinkle-free skin No problem of early aging signs Cons: Excessive Shine Meltdown of Makeup Breakout for acne and pimples But instead, in these summers, enjoy having oil-free skin with the help of some simple…