Breast Cancer and Melanoma: The Connection

Hello, beautiful Suvara goddesses! We wanted to give you the details of news that just came out from the Skin Cancer Foundation. First of all, our hearts all go out to women who have gone through cancer. You are all survivors and we marvel at your courage! Suvara's mission is to provide a gorgeous glow without the bad effects that sun damage can cause, and we advocate for a healthy lifestyle while still looking gorgeous.
The Skin Cancer Foundation has stated:

  "The Skin Cancer Foundation aims to alert breast cancer patients and survivors that they have an increased risk of developing melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer. Research has shown that genetics may play a role – for women carrying a specific breast cancer susceptibility gene, the presence of abnormalities in the gene doubles the risk of melanoma."

The skin cancer foundation has recommended a few ways to prevent your chances of getting melanoma.

First, they warn about Photo sensitivity, which is an "increased sensitivity or abnormal response of the skin to sunlight or artificial ultraviolet (UV) light."
The Skin Cancer Foundation goes onto state.

"People with photo sensitivity are at increased risk of developing skin cancers. Photosensitivity can be caused by certain medical conditions and treatments, and breast cancer patients should find out if their treatments could make them photosensitive. If so advised by their physicians, breast cancer patients should be especially careful to seek shade and stay out of direct sunlight between 10 AM and 4 PM, the sun’s most intense hours; wear sun-protective clothing, including wide-brimmed hats and UV-blocking sunglasses; and apply a broad-spectrum (UVA/UVB protection) high Sun Protection Factor sunscreen. SPF 30 or higher is advisable for photosensitive individuals."
                                                         
Rule number 2-- and one that Suvara highly recommends:

"Get screened. The Foundation recommends that people at high risk of melanoma and other skin cancers undergo frequent full-body skin screenings by a physician— once a year or more often as your physician advises."



Rule 3: Perform self-exams. The Skin Cancer Foundation states: 

"Self-exams are also important. Performed regularly (monthly is ideal), self-examination can alert you to changes in the skin and aid in the early detection of skin cancer."

To learn more about self-screening, check out our blog here. 


They go on to explain more:
"Because skin cancers can vary in appearance, it is important to be on the lookout for early warning signs. Melanomas, for instance, often resemble moles. Look especially for skin changes of any kind, such as color changes or growth, and do not ignore a suspicious spot simply because it does not hurt. Skin cancers may be painless, but dangerous all the same. See a physician, preferably one who specializes in diseases of the skin, if you note any change in an existing mole, freckle, or spot or if you find a new mole with any of the warning signs of skin cancer."

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