Sarita Reddy Sarita Reddy Asked 8 months ago

How rare is skin cancer?

I spend a lot of time in the sun because of my work, and I'm always hearing about skin cancer, especially abroad. Here in India, it seems less common. How rare is skin cancer generally among people in our country?

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Rajesh Sen Rajesh Sen Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago
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It is relatively less common in India compared to Western countries, but we still get cases. Honestly, don't buy those random 'natural sunscreen' hacks or herbal spot removers online. If a mole is changing shape, go get a biopsy done by a dermatologist.

Rohan Mehra Rohan Mehra Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

It is quite rare in India due to our melanin, which is great! So you can enjoy your outdoor street food runs without extreme panic, but still, wearing a basic sunscreen is good. Don't skip the sunscreen or the golgappas!

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Suman Sharma Suman Sharma Joined May 2026 5 months ago

It is fairly rare here, but please don't try to treat any suspicious skin growth or dark spot with home remedies like haldi or neem. If something looks unusual or doesn't heal, a skin specialist must inspect it properly.

Vikram Nair Vikram Nair Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

I agree, skin cancer is not very common in India. Still, any mole that is growing or bleeding should be shown to a dermatologist immediately.

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Hasmukh Patel Hasmukh Patel Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

In our country, skin cancer is quite rare because our skin is naturally protected, but one must still be careful in the harsh afternoon sun. Wearing full sleeves and covering your face is an age-old practical way to stay safe. If you see any persistent sore, please consult a doctor.

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