A new study has linked capsaicin, a component of chili peppers, to skin cancer.
Skin Cancer - Types, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment & Prevention
Skin cancer is an abnormal growth of skin cells. It can develop due to a continuous exposure to sun over the years.
Skin cancer is an abnormal growth of skin cells. It can develop due to a continuous exposure to sun over the years.
Ann Bode from University of Minnesota said that the possibility capsaicin induces inflammation and may affect cancer development is a critical result of the study.
"Most notably, the results raise concerns that a natural compound found in hot peppers used in over-the-counter topical pain remedies might increase skin cancer risk," said Bode, who led the research team on this study along with colleagues Mun Kyung Hwang and Zigang Dong.
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Encyclopedia section of medindia gives general information about skin biopsy.
Encyclopedia section of medindia gives general information about skin biopsy.
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A new research has identified cancer cells called 'co-conspirator' in the genesis of melanoma - a finding that could be the key to predicting and preventing skin cancer.
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