Skin Cancer Types and Their Signs

If warning signs of skin cancer were staring you right in the face, would you recognize them? Knowing what to look for when it comes to your skin can give you a good idea of when you may need to visit your Athens, GA Dermatologist.

There are three types of skin cancer. The least malignant and most common is called basal cell carcinoma. This type of cancer begins as a small raised bump that can develop a crusty plaque with a slightly elevated, pearly border. Over 30% of all Caucasian people will get this type of cancer in their lifetime.

The cancer lesions occur most often on sun-exposed areas of the face, back and arms. It can also appear as a flat sore that does not heal properly. Sometimes the spot will develop a crust that will shed and then form another crust on the surface.