If melanoma has spread deep into the skin, there is also a risk that it has metastasized (spread) to other areas of the body. The first sites to be affected are almost always the lymph nodes. The lymphatic system is a main component of the immune system and produces lymphocytes (the cells that fight disease). Unfortunately, this is also the pathway by which many malignant cancers also make their way from ...
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Sometimes, a birthmark looks like no more than a large freckle. Depending on its location, shape, and coloration, it may even be viewed as a beauty mark that adds aesthetic appeal. However, sometimes the area of unusual pigmentation is large, red, or otherwise discolored and is viewed as a blemish. Birthmark removal is commonly requested for highly visible areas of the body. When the use of camouflaging makeup has proven inadequate or too inconvenient, laser treatment may be recommended.
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Think about the last time you did a skin checkup to find suspicious looking moles. Did you get a good look at your scalp? Most of us don’t since that area is very difficult to check thoroughly, even with a mirror. But there’s one professional you may see every month or two who has a much better view – your hair stylist.
It turns out the person who cuts, styles, and colors your hair may actually already ...
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