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"That mole wasn't that big yesterday. Li Rongbai muttered in a low voice in the waiting area of the hospital, while looking at the cancer information on his mobile phone uneasily.
At the age of 40, he is an ordinary middle school history teacher, who has a regular life and has hardly ever been seriously ill. But in recent months, a small black mole suddenly appeared on his face, which he didn't care about until the mole began to grow rapidly and the surface was still a little itchy.
At the hospital, Dr. Zhang from the dermatology department carefully examined Li Rongbai's mole. "I recommend doing a biopsy to make sure it's not just a plain mole. Dr. Zhang's words made Li Rongbai's heart tighten, and he nodded and decided to follow the doctor's advice.
After the biopsy results came out, Li Rongbai was diagnosed with melanoma, a form of skin cancer and a more dangerous type. Dr Zhang explained that melanoma develops at a rapid rate and can pose a serious threat to the body if left untreated.
Dr. Zhang surprised Li Rongbai with the data provided: according to statistics, tens of thousands of people are diagnosed with skin cancer every year, and although melanoma is not the most common type, the mortality rate is relatively high.
Many patients are already advanced when abnormalities are discovered. Therefore, for any new or altered skin moles, experts recommend prompt examination.
In the treatment plan, Dr. Zhang recommended that Li Rongbai undergo surgical excision, and may require adjuvant chemotherapy or radiotherapy. He also stressed the importance of regular check-ups to prevent cancer recurrence.
During the treatment process, Li Qiang began to conduct in-depth research on the prevention and early diagnosis of skin cancer, which also made him gradually become a "little expert" in the eyes of his colleagues and friends.
He noted that despite a great deal of general knowledge about skin cancer, such as UV exposure and genetic factors, little was mentioned about the impact of daily diet on skin health. This is especially missing in the discussion between doctors and patients, and this is a new area he wants to explore in depth.
He introduced a whole new idea in the classroom: You know what? What we eat every day can actually have an impact on the risk of skin cancer.
For example, foods rich in antioxidants can help protect our skin from UV damage, thereby reducing the risk of skin cancer. His words aroused a lot of interest among the students, and everyone began to actively ask questions and discuss, and the atmosphere in the classroom was extremely lively.
Li Qiang also mentioned that the incidence of skin cancer in people who consume high levels of vitamins C and E for a long time is significantly lower than the average. These antioxidants fight free radical damage caused by the sun's ultraviolet rays on the inside of skin cells.
In addition, he talked about Omega-3 fatty acids, which are abundant in fish oil and flaxseed oil and have been shown to reduce the inflammatory response of the skin, thereby indirectly reducing the risk of skin cancer.
Li Qiang emphasized that although diet is not a direct treatment for skin cancer, as a preventive measure, it provides a simple and easy way to take care of your daily health.
His new ideas spread quickly in schools, and many parents began to ask how to adjust their family diet to help prevent skin cancer as a family.
At a parent-teacher conference, one parent asked, "Dr. Zhang, can you give us specific recommendations for some recipes that are helpful in fighting skin cancer, and how should we prepare such diets for our children and families?"
Dr. Zhang smiled and replied, "Of course." For example, you can prepare a blueberry milkshake for your family every day, or add some walnuts and flaxseeds to your breakfast.
For dinner, choose salmon rich in Omega-3 and pair it with a rich bowl of spinach salad. These simple adjustments not only provide essential nutrients, but also help strengthen the skin's natural defenses and prevent skin cancer. His advice is practical and easy to implement, and is well received by parents.
Through these gracious and specific suggestions, Li Qiang has not only helped himself and others better understand and prevent skin cancer, but also made his story and knowledge have a lasting impact in the community.
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