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How to tell if a mole is cancerous

Because conditions such as skin cancer develop on the skin where they are highly visible, it is one of the few cancers that can be easily detected early enough for successful treatment and recovery. Skin cancer can impact patients at any age and certain patients are at a higher risk of skin cancer—especially those who […]
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Tips for Skin Cancer Awareness Month

May is National Skin Cancer Awareness Month in America. Education, prevention and early detection can lower the new diagnoses and fatality rates of this horrible disease. Did you know skin cancer is the most common cancer in the world? In the U.S., skin cancer kills two people every hour, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation. […]

What is actinic keratosis and how can it be treated?

There are many skin conditions that can impact patients, which is why it is so important to have a trusted staff of dermatologists by your side. When you experience changes or growths on the skin, it is vital that you reach out to a dermatologist to have it examined and to get a proper diagnosis. […]
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What is basal cell carcinoma?

The team of Harris Dermatology understands the importance of healthy skin. They also know how critical it is for patients to have routine skin cancer screenings. Skin cancer is one of the most highly diagnosed cancers among adult men and women due to a misunderstanding of skin protection. The UV rays from the sun and […]

Should I contact a dermatologist for suspicious lesions?

One of the most common cancers diagnosed today is skin cancer. Fortunately, skin cancer can be easily detected as it is one of the few visible cancers that can occur. To ensure safe recover and better health, patients should visit their dermatologist at Harris Dermatology once a year for a skin cancer screening. This screening […]

Actinic keratosis 101

Many Fort Myers and Naples, FL men and women who notice a growth or skintag on their body may be concerned about skin cancer. However, in some instances, these growths may be diagnosed as actinic keratosis, and may still require treatment even if they are not cancerous. What is actinic keratosis? Actinic keratoses are pre-cancerous […]

The importance of routine skin cancer screenings

While a diagnosis of skin cancer may be scary, the benefit of catching it earlier is successful treatment and cancer-free skin. Skin cancer is one of few cancers that can be spotted physically in the early stages. This is often done during a skin cancer screening. Why are skin cancer screenings important? Our skin is […]
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Treatment for actinic keratosis at Harris Dermatology

At Harris Dermatology of Fort Myers and Naples, FL, men and women are welcome to speak to Drs. Brian, Ross, and Keith Harris about their skin needs. When patients are diagnosed with pre-cancerous lesions known as actinic keratosis, they often have a lot of questions. They also want to find out if there is a […]

What should I do if I have a suspicious lesion on my skin?

The doctors of Harris Dermatology in Fort Myers and Naples, Florida are available to help patients with their skin care concerns. We are board-certified dermatologist who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer. We see many patients in our practice who have a suspicious lesion, mole, or growth on their body that they […]
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Free Skin Screenings in Honor of Skin Cancer Awareness Month in May

Summary: Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States and it will affect 1 in 5 Americans during their lifetime. When spotted early, skin cancer is highly treatable. Early detection starts with you — and not only for yourself, but for your loved ones as well.   Visit Harris Dermatology for free […]

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