Skin cancer is the most prevalent malignant form of cancer found in a wide range of population. More than a million cases of skin cancer are registered every year worldwide. Risk factors for the development of melanoma are exposure to solar UV (Ultra Violet) radiation, dysplastic nevi syndrome and a family history of melanoma. The incidence of melanomas has been gradually rising, leading to a growing public health crisis. There are a lot of risk factors which may increase the probability of developing melanoma in a person. When something goes wrong with the melanin-producing cells (melanocytes) that give your skin colour, melanoma occurs. But new cells may begin to grow out of control when some cells develop DNA damage and can eventually form a mass of cancer cells. It's not clear exactly what harms DNA in skin cells and how this contributes to melanoma. It is possible that melanoma is caused by a variety of factors, including environmental and genetic factors. Prevention and early detection remain the primary objectives in the fight against malignant melanoma. Multidisciplinary strategy using the best expertise of those concerned is our best defences.
