GentleCure Blog
Thank you for visiting our blog. If you’re looking for information on skin cancer types, skin cancer statistics, general skin cancer facts, sun safety tips, and more information you can trust, you’ve come to the right place. At GentleCure, we are on a mission to empower those with nonmelanoma skin cancer to be educated, active participants in their treatment decisions. Providing you with a breadth of knowledge about skin cancer and its treatment is just one way we can achieve that goal. Learn more below about the types of posts you can expect to find on our blog, then find out how to get in touch with us if you would like to talk with a Skin Cancer Information Specialist.
GentleCure® blog posts will cover everything from basic skin cancer facts and skin cancer statistics to more specific information regarding nonmelanoma skin cancers like basal cell skin cancer and squamous cell skin cancer. You will find answers you can trust to questions like:
In addition to skin cancer facts and statistics, anyone considering Image-Guided Superficial Radiotherapy (IGSRT) as a surgery-free option for treating their nonmelanoma skin cancer can find helpful information about:
While past experiences with skin cancer treatment may have left you feeling in the dark and unsure of your options, GentleCure is proud to offer a refreshing approach to nonmelanoma skin cancer treatment by providing in-depth answers to all your questions.
Can a wart-like growth be skin cancer? Although these two ailments are technically distinct, skin cancer can certainly be mistaken for a wart, and vice versa. For this reason, it’s very important to distinguish warts vs. skin cancer and learn when to take action. If you see a skin growth that looks like a wart,…Read More
You might associate skin cancer with raised and growing moles, sores that won’t heal, or itchy, tender, painful spots on the body, but how does skin cancer start? Since early detection is so important in determining the prognosis for a skin cancer diagnosis, it’s important to be aware of how the three most common types…Read More
Can you get skin cancer from tanning beds? Yes; in fact, tanning beds and skin cancer are more closely linked than cigarettes and lung cancer. When it comes to tanning beds and skin cancer, statistics show that there is no such thing as a safe indoor tan. In fact, any tan at all is a…Read More
Skin cancer under the nail will generally take one of three forms. Moreover, melanoma is the most common type of skin cancer that affects the nail bed, even though other types of skin cancer—like basal and squamous cell skin cancers—are more common on the whole. Subungual (nailbed) melanoma is a rare but serious type of…Read More
Can skin cancer spread? Yes, it certainly can. However, basal and squamous cell skin cancers aren’t very likely to spread, while some types of skin cancer are more likely to spread than others. Keeping track of changes to your skin’s appearance and scheduling annual check-ups with your dermatologist can help to prevent the spread of…Read More
Is skin cancer contagious if you touch it? No, skin cancer is absolutely not contagious—either by touch or by any other means. Although certain viral and bacterial infections are linked to 15–20% of cancers worldwide, cancer itself is not the kind of disease that can be transmitted by close contact and shared air. If you…Read More
Can you get skin cancer on your leg? Yes, skin cancer can appear anywhere on the body, making skin cancer on the legs a real possibility. It may show up on the thigh, shin, calf, or even the knee cap, and symptoms can vary depending on the location. What does skin cancer on the leg…Read More
Skin cancer on the neck is one of the most common parts of the body to develop the disease. What does skin cancer look like on your neck? You may notice a wart-like cancer bump on the neck or a raised, crusty, or irregularly shaped sore that won’t heal. Discover the early signs of skin…Read More
Does skin cancer hurt? While some people with skin cancer report zero symptoms of discomfort, others may find skin cancer to be itchy, painful, or tender to the touch. Depending on the exact form of skin cancer and where it develops on the body, your symptoms may vary, but knowing how skin cancer looks and…Read More
Is there a form of skin cancer that looks like a pimple? Yes, there are some variations of skin cancer that could resemble a pimple, especially in the earliest stages. Tiny skin cancer lumps on the skin that refuse to heal can look like acne. It’s common for skin cancer to be mistaken for acne—especially…Read More
Genetics play a significant role in how our bodies function and develop, but is skin cancer hereditary? While most forms of skin cancer are caused by excessive exposure to sunlight, there are some genetic factors that can make you more susceptible to the disease. What genetic mutations produce the greatest risk of skin cancer? We’ll…Read More
Most people have at least a few freckles on their bodies, but can you tell the difference between a freckle vs. skin cancer? Despite how common freckles are, people with freckles are more likely to get skin cancer, so staying aware of whether you have a normal freckle or skin cancer is a good line…Read More