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Melanoma, skin cancer, may be the result of prolonged sun exposure, early or too brutal. But the sun can also have other unfortunate consequences, especially for people treated with certain drugs.

The melanoma skin cancer, can become a real global problem

Australia, a country very sunny, holds the world record of melanoma, which is among the most common cancers.

The number of new cases is four times higher than in Canada and approximately five times higher than in European countries. In France, the incidence is around 8 melanoma per 100,000 people. But this figure tends to double every ten years.

Dermatologists are launching a cry of alarm and, for some, if not reversed the trend, melanoma is the leading cause of mortality among children under 45 in the years 2030-2040.
To prevent and detect melanoma: monitor moles

To slow the progression of'épidémie 'Melanoma, must educate people and remind some tips to follow.

* Firstly, it is essential to know the predisposing factors. Thus, the number of moles: the more they are, the more the risk of melanoma is high. A skin and light eyes, blond or red hair predispose to cancer. Finally, exposure to sunlight is not recommended between 11 and 17h and especially when the sun is at its zenith. Anyway, it is imperative to effectively protect against UVB and UVA.

For children, whatever the time of the day, they must cover their heads, put their clothes and dark glasses. In fact, we now know that sun exposure in childhood role in the development of melanoma.

* The second time, especially for those at risk, it is important that the physician explains the practice of self-monitoring. This occurs regularly, once or twice a year. Thus, any change in the size of a mole or its edges, color change, bleeding or abnormal awareness are all signs that should immediately alert and to consult.