{"id":320,"date":"2020-01-20T11:05:00","date_gmt":"2020-01-20T19:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/midvalleyentallergyandhearing.fm1.dev\/tumors-masses\/skin-lesions\/"},"modified":"2020-07-15T16:38:45","modified_gmt":"2020-07-15T23:38:45","slug":"skin-lesions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/midvalleyentallergyandhearing.com\/ent\/skin-lesions\/","title":{"rendered":"Skin Lesions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A skin lesion is a part of the skin that has an abnormal growth or appearance compared to the skin around it. There are two categories of skin lesions, primary and secondary. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Primary skin lesions are present at birth or are acquired over your lifetime. A birthmark would be an example of a primary skin lesion. Secondary skin lesions evolve from primary lesions or develop as a consequence of your activities. Melanoma resulting from sun exposure would be an example of a secondary skin lesion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At Mid-Valley ENT & Allergy<\/span>, we diagnose and treat all types of facial skin lesions with an emphasis on facial skin cancer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Causes of Skin Lesions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Facial skin cancer is the result of mutations in the skin cells that cause them to grow out of control. The biggest risk factor for skin cancer is ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and tanning beds. Those with fair skin, a history of sunburns and excessive sun exposure, moles, or a family history of skin cancer are more prone to developing it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Symptoms of Skin Lesions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Facial skin cancer is divided into three different types:<\/p>\n\n\n\n