Red spots on the skin warn of cancer

Redness can be caused by many things, such as sunburn, allergies, hives or psoriasis. Therefore, if this sign is related to cancer, it will be easily ignored because many people do not think it is a big problem, according to the health website Healthline (USA).

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If all common causes have been ruled out and the red skin condition persists despite all efforts, the patient should see a doctor soon. The Skin Cancer Foundation (USA) says skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the world .

There are many different types of skin cancer. However, if the skin appears as a red patch, it is squamous cell carcinoma. In this type of cancer, the skin is not only red, but also feels rough to the touch, sometimes scaly. This type of cancer is often caused by long-term exposure to sunlight.

In addition, the inflammatory response caused by cancer cells also causes red skin. For example, bone cancer will cause pain in the area where the tumor is located, and at the same time, the skin in this area will become red and inflamed. If the signs of bone pain and red skin are not paid attention to, the bone tumor will grow larger and larger. Among bone cancers, bone tumors are the most common type in children and adolescents.

Experts warn that skin changes to red, purple, brown or any other color should not be ignored. Even if these signs are not cancer or a serious disease, they are still a warning of health problems.

In cases where the color change in a location on the skin appears for no apparent reason, never before seen, it is necessary to see a doctor immediately. The patient should not reassure themselves that the unusual skin discoloration will disappear. In some cases, delaying treatment will make the disease worse, according to Healthline (USA).