What Is Basal Cell Carcinoma Skin Cancer

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Basal cell carcinoma
Also known as: skin cancer
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Dr. Chaitra Prakash
MD, DNB, SCE UK, Dermatology
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What is Basal cell carcinoma?
Treatment options
Nutritional advice
How is this diagnosed?
Symptoms
Symptoms
If you are experiencing new, severe, or persistent symptoms, contact a health care provider.
Symptoms include
A pearly white, skin-colored or pink bump
A brown, black or blue lesion
A flat, scaly, reddish patch
A white, waxy, scar-like lesion
Causes
Causes
Ultraviolet rays from the sunlight or tanning beds are the main cause.
The risk factors include:
Exposure to sun
Radiation therapy
Increasing age
Fair skin
Family history of Skin cancer
Certain medications that suppress immunity
Exposure to arsenic
Prevention
Prevention
The preventive measures include:
Sunscreen: While going out in the sun, apply sunscreen creams or lotions
Seek shade: Avoid going out during 10 am to 2 pm. Seek shade if you are exposed to sun for a longer time
Cover your body: Protect your body from exposing it to sunlight. Wear protective clothing while going out on a sunny day
Use extra caution near water or sand, as this can reflect sun rays
Complications
Complications
If untreated for a prolonged period it may lead to
Risk of recurrence: Basal cell carcinomas commonly recur even after treatment
An increased risk of other types of skin cancer
Cancer that spreads beyond the skin
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