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Skin Cancer, Melanoma
Cause
Melanoma is most often caused by too much exposure to the Reference sun's UV rays Opens New Window. Examples include:Reference 1
- Having had blistering sunburns at any time of life.
- Getting intense sun exposure every now and then.
Things that make getting melanoma more likely include your skin type, the color of your hair, and the color of your eyes.
| By: | Reference Healthwise Staff | Last Revised: Reference October 12, 2012 |
| Medical Review: | Reference Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
Reference Amy McMichael, MD - Dermatology |
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