How to Recognize Different Types of Skin Cancer

3 Squamous cell carcinoma (cancerous)

Squamous cell cancer develops in cells of the outer layer of the skin. Squamous cell carcinomas which appear on areas of the skin that haven’t been exposed to the sun are at an increased risk of spreading than those appearing on sun damaged skin.

Both Squamous and basal cell carcinomas look similar and appear as crusted or scaly red sores or wart-like bumps. They grow more rapidly than basal cell cancers. These cancers are treated with topical creams in the early stages. In advanced stage, chemotherapy will be required. Squamous cell carcinomas are far more dangerous than basal cell cancers but the cure rate is an impressive 95% if they are treated immediately on detection. Such cancers can destroy skin, lip and nasal tissue and can even spread to lymph nodes and organs.

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4 Melanoma (cancerous)

Melanoma is one of the least common of skin cancers which develop in melanin producing cells. It’s also the most widely known cancer and the most dangerous as they can easily spread to the lymph nodes. Melanomas diagnosed early have a high cure rate. Fair skinned people and those with family history of melanoma should always be cautious enough to look for the condition on their skin to detect it in its early stages.

Melanoma looks like an ordinary mole but will always appear as a new one. Melanoma moles are irregular and asymmetrical or blotchy and may also be colorful such as black, red, pink, gray or blue. Melanomas usually grow to be larger than a pea. Melanomas, when treated in the early stages, can be surgically removed while the advanced cases require chemotherapy and radiation. Should you notice any of these types of skin cancer you should consult your doctor immediately.

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