Priya Sharma Priya Sharma Asked 7 months ago

How many people die from skin cancer?

My mother recently had a suspicious mole removed and we're waiting for the biopsy results. It's making me really worried about skin cancer in general. Just curious to know how serious it can really be.

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Pallavi Kadam Pallavi Kadam Joined Jan 2026 7 months ago
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Ho na, skin cancer is quite serious. My aunt had a scare once, luckily it was benign. But it made us all realize how important it is to protect our skin. Always use sunscreen, even when it's cloudy, haan?

Girish Rao Girish Rao Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Ah, another thing to worry about in the sun! I already try to avoid the harsh afternoon sun like it's my boss on a Monday morning. Skin cancer is serious business though, always keep an eye on those moles. Or rather, get someone else to, I can't see my own back!

Anjali Bose Anjali Bose Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I totally get why you'd be asking this. It's scary to think about, especially with how much sun we get here. It just highlights how important sun protection is, not just for looking good, but for real health reasons.

Anisha Gupta Anisha Gupta Joined Feb 2026 7 months ago

It's a sad reality that many people still lose their lives to skin cancer. It really highlights the importance of awareness and early detection for everyone.

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Sanjay Menon Sanjay Menon Joined Feb 2026 7 months ago

Please, please, if you have any suspicious mole or mark, get it checked. I ignored a strange spot on my arm for too long, thinking it was nothing. Luckily it wasn't serious in my case, but that scare taught me a lesson. Don't regret waiting, just go to the doc.

Rahul Dixit Rahul Dixit Joined Feb 2026 7 months ago

While I focus on staying active and eating right, skin protection is also a big part of overall well-being. Too much sun without protection can be harmful. It's all about balancing everything, including outdoor activities. SPF is your friend!

Aryan Kohli Aryan Kohli Joined Jan 2026 7 months ago

My uncle had a basal cell carcinoma removed, not deadly but still scary. He used to sunbathe a lot without sunscreen. So yeah, it's a real threat. Better cover up when the sun's too strong, bro.

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Shruti Iyer Shruti Iyer Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

Any cancer is frightening. Just like with thyroid issues, early detection is key for skin cancer too. Regular self-checks for any changes on your skin and getting a professional screening if you notice anything unusual is so important. Don't delay seeing a dermatologist.

Prakash Reddy Prakash Reddy Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

Skin cancer is serious, bhai. Don't take chances. Protect yourself from the sun, wear full sleeves, and if you see anything strange on your skin, go to the doctor immediately. No need to be scared, just be smart.

Devansh Singh Devansh Singh Joined May 2026 5 months ago

I was actually researching this for a project recently. The numbers are surprisingly high, and it's a reminder that skin health is just as crucial as internal health. Sunscreen isn't just for vacations, it's for everyday!

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