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Following is a list of causes or underlying conditions (see also Misdiagnosis of underlying causes of Skin Cancer) that could possibly cause Skin Cancer includes:
To research the causes of Skin Cancer, consider researching the causes of these these diseases that may be similar, or associated with Skin Cancer:
Causes of Types of Skin Cancer: Review the cause informationfor the various types of Skin Cancer:
Causes of Broader Categories of Skin Cancer: Review the causal information about the various more general categories of medical conditions:
Other conditions that might have Skin Cancer as a complication may, potentially, be an underlying cause of Skin Cancer. Our database lists the following as having Skin Cancer as a complication of that condition:
Conditions listing Skin Cancer as a symptom may also be potential underlying causes of Skin Cancer. Our database lists the following as having Skin Cancer as a symptom of that condition:
The following drugs, medications, substances or toxins are some of the possible
causes of Skin Cancer as a symptom.
This list is incomplete and various other drugs or substances
may cause your symptoms.
Always advise your doctor of any medications or treatments you are using,
including prescription, over-the-counter, supplements, herbal or alternative treatments.
Read more about medication causes of Skin Cancer
Article excerpts about the
causes of Skin Cancer:
UV radiation from the sun is the main cause of skin cancer. In addition, artificial sources of UV radiation — such as sunlamps and tanning booths — can cause skin cancer. People who live in areas of the U.S. that get high levels of UV radiation from the sun are more likely to get skin cancer. For example, skin cancer is more common in Texas and Florida than in Minnesota, where the sun is not as strong. (Source: excerpt from Skin Care and Aging -- Age Page -- Health Information: NIA)
UV radiation from the sun causes premature aging of the skin and skin damage that can lead to skin cancer. (Two types of ultraviolet radiation -- UVA and UVB -- are explained in the Dictionary.) Artificial sources of UV radiation, such as sunlamps and tanning booths, also can cause skin damage and probably an increased risk of skin cancer. (Source: excerpt from What You Need To Know About Cancer -- An Overview: NCI)
The following medical news items are relevant to causes of Skin Cancer:
As with all medical conditions, there may be many causal factors. Further relevant information on causes of Skin Cancer may be found in:
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