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Skin cancer is the uncontrolled growth of skin cells. If left unchecked, these cancer cells can spread from the skin into other tissues and organs. There are different types of skin cancer. Basal cell carcinoma is the m...
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Symptoms
Skin cancers may have many different appearances. They can be small, shiny, or waxy, scaly and rough, firm and red, cru...
Causes
The outer layer of skin, the epidermis, is made up of different types of cells. Skin cancers are classified by the type...
Tests
To diagnose skin cancer, doctors must carefully examine the lesion and ask the patient how long it has been there, whet...
Treatments
Different types of skin cancer require different treatment approaches. See the specific type of skin cancer for informa...
Prevention
Minimizing sun exposure is the best way to prevent skin damage, including many types of skin cancer: Protect your skin ...
Doctor Specialties
Any suspicious mole, sore, or skin growth should be looked at by a physician immediately. Take any changes in a mole or...
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