Sarasota Dermatology Blog

Tanning Beds and Melanoma

Posted on 27. Oct, 2009 by Bradley J. Abrams, D.O..

Melanoma is the 2nd most common cancer in women ages 20-29 and can cause death. The risk for cutaneous melanoma increases by 75% when a tanning device is used before the age of 30. Also, skin cancers are being found on the abdomen which is also related to tanning bed use.

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Mohs Skin Cancer Surgery

Posted on 17. Jan, 2009 by Bradley J. Abrams, D.O..

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How Long Does Mohs Surgery Take?

Posted on 02. Jan, 2009 by Bradley J. Abrams, D.O..

You just found out the spot on your nose was a type of skin cancer that required a surgical technique called Mohs Surgery to remove it. What is Mohs surgery and why can’t your dermatologist tell you how long the procedure will take?

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