Scientists from the Cymrah Berghofer Institute for Medical Research (Australia) found that men with hair loss are more likely to develop melanoma. This is most likely due to sun exposure of exposed skin. In this respect reports Health News.
Melanoma is a malignant skin tumor composed of pigment cells of melanocytes located in the epidermis (surface layer of the skin).
Approximately 29 thousand men with skin cancer participated in the study. Scientists analyzed data on the level of testosterone in the subjects’ blood, assessed their health status and the quality of the hair on their heads.
It turns out that men suffering from alopecia (pathological partial or complete hair loss) have an increased risk of melanoma. Scientists suggest that lack of hair exposes the scalp and neck to more sun, which increases the likelihood of developing skin cancer.
Additionally, researchers found that men with lighter skin and hair, as well as older subjects, were at greater risk of developing this disease. To stay safe, you need to wear a hat in the sun and do not neglect protective creams.
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