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According to the latest findings, genetic mutation is the key culprit that triggers more than 70 percent of the deadliest skin cancer, melanoma.
Scientists already knew that the gene BRAF get damaged or mutated in melanoma, but either this is the cause or the result was unclear.
But the latest findings revealed that first mutation occurs in the gene that leads to the skin cancer.
This study confirms that the gene mutation is the key factor that can stimulate the factors responsible for the skin cancer. Richard Marais, lead researcher of the study said, “it’s an established thought that excessive sun exposure can cause melanoma, but the adequate knowledge of genetic influence was not common before these findings.”
genetic influence, genetic mutation, melanoma, skin cancer, sun light
People who have fair skin or otherwise more susceptible to sunburn are at higher risk for skin cancer. There 
are some other common risk factors for skin cancer, as listed by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
- To have a lot of moles or freckles on the skin.
- To have gray, blue or green eyes.
- To have red or blond hair
- To suffer from severe sunburns early in life.
- To have a family history of skin cancer
- To go out in the sun frequently for long hours
So, if you have any of these common risk factors, you need proper care and guidance to avoid the disease.
