Research has found that the areas of the body that are likely to develop skin cancer vary between men and women, as cases of skin cancer are expected to rise this year.
According to the analysis before cancer Research UK (Cruk), four out of 10 of the melanchie tumors in men were found on the trunk, including back, chest and stomach, equivalent to 3700 cases per year.
More than a third – 35 % – of melanogenic tumors in women are found on the lower extremities, from hips to feet, representing 3200 cases each year.
The differences are believed to be caused by the differences in behavior, where men are more likely in the sun without a shirt while women may wear short pants or skirts with an increased weather.
The study found that 87 % of skin cancer cases, equivalent to 17,100 in the United Kingdom every year, are caused by excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation.
Last year, skin cancer rates reached skin cancer The highest level in the United KingdomWith a new to 21 to 28,000 diagnostic diagnoses increased between 2007, 2009, 2017 and 2019, according to Cruk.
There was a 57 % increase between more than eighties and 7 % in the age of 25 and 49. The Charitable Society also warned that skin cancer cases are expected to rise again this year, with 21,300 cases.
Cruk CEO Michel Mitchell said: “Improvements in the survival rates of skin cancer highlight the wonderful progress that our research moves. But the increasing number of people diagnosed with melanin tumor still relates, especially when we see that the rates rise faster in men.
“If you notice anything different on your skin, such as the new mole, or the mole that has changed in size, shape, color, or any piece of skin that looks at the ordinary – do not ignore it, and talk to your doctor. We want to overcome skin cancer for everyone, regardless of who they are or from where – early diagnosis is the key and the difference can happen all this.”
“As the weather increases, it is really important to take care of yourself in the sun. Getting sunburn only once every two years can give up the risk of melanoma, compared to a wonderful hot necessity,” said Viona Osgon, Cruk Health Information Head, said.
“For this reason, we encourage people to take some simple steps to stay safe. Try to stick to the shade between 11 am and 3 pm when the sun is stronger, and wearing clothes that help cover up your skin, with a hat and sunglasses, and use a sunscreen with SPF30 and 4 or 5 stars at least.”
“Prevention is the best plan with skin cancer, so avoid the sun when it is in its heat and make sure that you are using a sunscreen. As for skin cancer, as with any cancer, it is necessary to feel early as possible, so people should advance if they care about verifying symptoms,” said Professor Peter Johnson, National Cancer Cancer Director at NHS England.
