Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer Palm Coast FL

Understanding Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer?

Non-melanoma skin cancer is the most common type of skin cancer, often developing on areas frequently exposed to the sun, such as the face, ears, neck, and hands. It occurs when skin cells are damaged—typically from years of sun exposure—and begin to grow abnormally.

In sunny cities like Palm Coast, FL, residents enjoy outdoor activities, but too much sun can increase the risk of non-melanoma skin cancer. Any unusual spot on your skin should be taken seriously and examined by a doctor.

Key Points:

  • Most common skin cancer: Often appears on sun-exposed areas.
  • Caused by skin cell damage: Usually from prolonged sun exposure.

Two main types:

  • Basal cell carcinoma
  • Squamous cell carcinoma

Growth and treatment:

  • Typically, slow growing
  • Highly treatable when detected early
  • Most patients achieve 99% success rate with external beam radiotherapy (EBRT).

Basal Cell Skin Cancer vs Squamous Cell Skin Cancer

Basal Cell Carcinoma Skin Cancer

  • Most common type: Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) accounts for about 80% of all non-melanoma skin cancers.
  • Slow growing: BCC tends to grow very slowly and rarely spreads (metastasizes) to other parts of the body.
  • Sun-exposed areas: Often appears on sun-exposed skin, especially the face, ears, neck, and scalp.
  • Typical appearance: May present as a shiny bump, pearly nodule, pink patch, or a sore that doesn’t heal.
  • High cure rate: Early detection and treatment result in excellent cure rates with minimal risk of complications

Squamous Cell Skin Cancer

  • Second most common type: Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is the second most common skin cancer after basal cell carcinoma.
  • Fast grower: SCC grows more quickly than Basal Cell Carcinoma and can sometimes spread to other parts of the body if untreated.
  • Sun and damage related: Often develops on sun-exposed areas such as the face, lips, ears, and hands, but can also appear on scars, wounds, or areas of chronic inflammation.
  • Typical appearance: May present as a rough, scaly patch, a red sore, or a wart-like bump that can crust or bleed.
  • Highly treatable: Early detection leads to excellent success rates, though prompt treatment is essential to prevent deeper tissue invasion or spread

CLEAR Skin Cancer Treatments are Effective in Treating Basal Cell and Squamous Cell Skin Cancers.

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