| Basal Cell Carcinoma
On The Neck |
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Skin cancer is the most common of all cancers in the
USA. Basal cell cancer is the most common of all skin cancers. Other less
common but dangerous skin cancers include squamous cell carcinoma and
melanoma.
All types of skin cancers can occur anywhere on the
body and in anyone, but they are more common in sun-exposed areas in lighter
skin people.
For basal cell and squamous cell cancers, one often notes a changing
bump, lesion or pimple. Sometimes the spot can bleed or itch.
| Basal Cell Carcinoma
Near Nose |
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A melanoma often appears like a mole that is changing. When parts of
the "ABCD's" are off, with "A" Asymmetry, "B"
being "Border", "C" being color and "D"
being diameter or at least the size of a pencil eraser, then a mole is
often suspicious
Testing is generally performed under local anesthetic
and consists of a biopsy; the skin specimen is then sent to a laboratory
for evaluation.
Fortunately if caught early, most skin cancers can be treated. Generally
the treatment is surgical and is most often performed as an outpatient
in the office; there is usually no need for hospitalization.
If you are concerned about a growth or a possible skin cancer, just
call our office today at (212) 557-2600 or e-mail us anytime and set
up a Consultation for evaluation and possible treatment of your growth
or skin cancer
Malignant
Melanoma
On The Lower Back |
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| Malignant
Melanoma On The Back |
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| Malignant
Melanoma On The Mid-Back |
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| Malignant
Melanoma On The Chest |
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Nevus Spilus
On The Lower Back
(Looks Like A Melanoma
But Is not a Melanoma) |
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| Kaposi’s
Sarcoma |
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