Misconceptions surrounding the treatment of skin cancer include applying leaves, fasting, taking traditional medicine, avoiding surgery, and avoiding chemotherapy or radiotherapy. These beliefs can lead to worsening of the disease and missed opportunities for cure.
The biological skin turnover cycle in humans typically takes around 28 days. When this process is disrupted, cells can grow uncontrollably, leading to the formation of cancer. Early detection is key in treating skin cancer successfully, according to Dr. An Pham Truong An, a specialist in Dermatology – Skin Aesthetics at Tam Anh General Hospital in Ho Chi Minh City.
Dr. An emphasizes that skin cancer is a serious disease, with three main types: basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma. While basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas have good treatment outcomes if detected early, melanoma is more aggressive and can lead to death if not treated promptly.
Surgery is a crucial component of skin cancer treatment, aimed at removing the tumor and surrounding tissue to prevent the spread of cancer cells. Western medical methods such as surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy
