Results for tag: "Skin Cancer"

Skin cancer is a type of cancer that affects the skin, and is the most common form of cancer in the world. It is typically caused by exposure to ultraviolet radiation from the sun, and can be divided into two main types: non-melanoma and melanoma. Non-melanoma skin cancer is the most common type, and is usually caused by long-term exposure to the sun. It is usually curable if caught early. Melanoma is the most dangerous type of skin cancer, and is usually caused by short-term, intense exposure to the sun. It is more difficult to treat, and can spread to other parts of the body. Oncology is the branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. Skin cancer is a major focus of oncology, and there are a variety of treatments available, including surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy. There are a number of companies in the skin cancer market, including AbbVie, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Merck, Novartis, and Roche. These companies are involved in the development and marketing of treatments for skin cancer, as well as research into new treatments. Show Less Read more