Analysis of Keywords Used in Internet Searches for Melanoma Information: Observational Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The internet is an accessible resource for health care information and is often used by patients to learn about melanoma. The keywords that are used in internet searches can reflect internet users' interest in specific topics and the public's awareness of health-related issues.

Objective

This study aims to describe the most frequently used keywords, questions, and corresponding websites in internet searches for melanoma.

Methods

This is an observational study using data retrieved from Google Trends, Alexa Internet, SEMrush, Ahrefs, and SE Ranking for the keywords "melanoma" and "skin cancer."

Results

Average search interest as per Google Trends was greater for the keyword "skin cancer" than for the keyword "melanoma." Searches for the top 25 keywords

SUBMITTER: Nanda JK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10018754 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jan-Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature