2019 Skin Cancer Results
At Bondi Junction Skin Cancer Clinic we have found more than half of all the Melanomas in the Eastern Suburbs.*
New research could change the way Melanoma skin cancer is treated and, offer another method in reducing the growing number Melanoma deaths in Australia.
Although the deadliest skin cancers are largely caused by overexposure to UV radiation and light skinned individuals are high risk - some are triggered by genetic mutations where people with darker skin are more prone.
Researchers have developed a non-invasive imaging technique that accurately identifies Melanomas and Basal Cell Carcinomas by detecting abnormal clusters of mitochondria in both types of skin cancers.
There are currently no clear guidelines for skin cancer checks in children. However, children can in fact suffer from Melanoma.
There are several pathology tests in the experimental stages that could potentially assist in the early detection of skin cancer.
A patient in her 30’s was diagnosed with Melanoma and was recommended to have regular skin checks. As a result her 2nd and 3rd Melanomas were diagnosed and treated early.
A group of Skin Cancer Experts and Dermatologists in the US, came together and recommended a clearer set of criteria on who should be screened for Melanoma.
A 21 year old professional ballet dancer presented for a routine digital skin check.
We agree & support IBM in developing an automated diagnostic system for skin cancers, in particular Melanoma.
Some skin cancers can be itchy or painful - like basal cell carcinoma & squamous cell carcinoma.
Melanoma or any number of Skin Cancer types, can occur at any time. Early detection is imperative!
31 year old pregnant patient presented for routine skin check. She was considered as being an average risk for Melanoma.