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  • Causes of non-melanoma skin cancer

    Find out what causes non-melanoma skin cancer and what the risk factors are. Ultraviolet (UV) light is the most common cause and age is the main risk factor.

  • Melanoma skin cancer - Treatment

    Find out about the main treatments for melanoma skin cancer, including surgery and medicines.

  • Melanoma skin cancer - Tests and next steps

    Find out how melanoma skin cancer is diagnosed, including what tests you might have and how long it takes to get the results.

  • Melanoma skin cancer - Help and support

    Find out where to get help and support if you and your loved ones are affected by melanoma skin cancer.

  • Melanoma skin cancer - Causes

    Find out what causes melanoma skin cancer and what increases your risk.

  • Albinism

    Albinism is an inherited condition that affects the production of melanin, the pigment that colours the skin, hair and eyes.

  • Penile cancer

    Read about penile cancer, a rare type of cancer that mostly affects the skin of the penis. Find out about possible causes and treatments.

  • Vulval cancer - Causes

    Read about the risk factors that can increase your risk of developing vulval cancer, including increasing age and HPV infection.

  • Cancer - Signs and symptoms

    It's important to be aware of any unexplained symptoms, such as the sudden appearance of a lump, blood in your pee, or a change to your usual bowel habits.

  • Paget's disease of the nipple

    Find out about Paget's disease of the nipple (Paget's disease of the breast). It's a rare condition where eczema-like changes occur in the skin of the nipple and areola.