Atypical Moles vs Melanoma: Understanding the Difference
Do we pay attention to our moles? Perhaps because moles usually develop in our childhood or adolescence it has already become such a mundane spot on our body that we are less mindful of its appearance. This article, however, serves to explore the key differences between atypical moles and melanoma and how atypical-looking moles can, in fact, be the manifestation of certain types of skin cancers. Possibly, it can provide the impetus for you to check out your own moles now. Types of Skin Cancers There are 3 main types of skin cancers, namely basal cell carcinoma (BCC), squamous cell
Acne and Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer and how it develops: Based on an article published by The Straits Times in 2017, the incidence of prostate cancer in Singapore has gone up fivefold – from 6 to 30 per 100 000 men in the past 4 years. This article however concludes by factoring in the ageing population of Singapore and dismissed the climb in numbers as something that was “generally not significant” as it is natural for older people to be at higher risk of cancer. While this is true, it does spark interest as to why the prostate is one of the organs that
