10 Unexpected Body Parts That Can Get Cancer

Eyelids, palms, lips, buttocks, genitals... are areas that can get cancer but are often overlooked by people.

Cancer usually occurs in body parts such as lungs, throat, uterus, breast, bones, kidneys, brain, skin... There are also some parts of the body that have cancer but are often overlooked. Most of the affected areas are due to strong exposure to the sun's rays. Harmful UV rays cause mutations in cell genes, leading to the formation of cancer cells in the body. Cancer can also be caused by a weakened immune system, genetics, drugs... Therefore, cancer occurs in the most unexpected areas of the body.

Below are 10 parts of the body that unexpectedly get cancer that you may subjectively ignore, according to Boldsky.

Eyelid

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About 5-10% of skin cancers occur on the eyelids. This makes the eyelids one of the most unexpected places to get cancer. See your eye doctor if you notice any signs of cancer in your eyes.

Mouth

If you have a mouth sore, don't ignore it, see your doctor for a proper diagnosis. The mouth can be one of the most unexpected places to get cancer.

Buttocks

If you notice a rash on your buttocks, don't ignore it and see your doctor, as this is also one of the surprising places where cancer can develop.

Between the toes

Check the area between your toes regularly. If you notice any changes in this area, such as wounds that take a long time to heal or black spots appearing, go to the hospital for a check-up.

Heartfoot

This is one of the worst places you can get cancer. A melanoma on the bottom of your foot is called an “acral lentiginous melanoma.”

Nail

If there is any unusual pigmentation under the nail, especially black streaks, it is a sign of cancer and should be checked immediately.

Behind the ear

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This is one of the areas that is prone to cancer but is often overlooked. So always keep the area behind the ear clean and use sunscreen when going out.

Palm

Melanoma can also occur on the palms of your hands. Don't forget to apply sunscreen to this area when you go outside.

Lip

Use lip balm before going out in the sun to protect your lips from cancer, as this is an often overlooked cancer-prone part of the body.

Genitals

The genital area is also a place where cancer can occur. Therefore, keep it clean and check this area regularly to rule out the possibility of disease.

According to VNE