Basal Cell Carcinoma is a very common type of skin disorders but is very dangerous also. Basal cell carcinomas enlarge slowly and steadily and can invade neighboring tissue, like the eye, but they usually do not spread to distant parts of the body (metastasize). Basal cell carcinomas are the result of sun damage to the skin.

Here you find all terms related to Basal Cell Carcinoma, like symptoms, causes and effective treatment. Basal cell carcinomas are most common on the face because the face receives more sunlight than other parts of the body. People who get one basal cell carcinoma are likely to develop more.

Types of Basal Cell Carcinoma

There are several different types of Basal Cell Carcinoma :

Nodular Basal Cell Carcinoma
Superficial Basal Cell Carcinoma
Morphoeic Basal Cell Carcinoma also know as sclerosing
Ulcerated Basal Cell Carcinoma
Pigmented Basal Cell Carcinoma

Causes of Basal Cell Carcinoma

Chronic exposure to sunlight is the cause of almost all basal cell carcinomas, which occur most frequently on exposed parts of the body the face, ears, neck, scalp, shoulders, and back. Rarely, however, tumors develop on non-exposed areas. In a few cases, contact with arsenic, exposure to radiation, and complications of burns, scars, vaccinations, or even tattoos are contributing factors.

Treatment of Basal Cell Carcinoma

Treatment for Basal Cell Carcinoma depends on its size, type and location.
Most ill defined basal cells on the face are treated with MOHS Micrographic Surgery , which is the most successful therapy for eradicating these lesions.
One cannot be sure whether a suspicious growth is a basal cell carcinoma just by looking at it. In order to be sure, we must take a small piece of the growth and send it for microscopic analysis (biopsy).
Other treatment methods, such as cryosurgery, radiation therapy, and laser surgery may be used in specific circumstances.

Tips for Preventing Basal Cell Carcinoma

Sun exposure and sunbathing produce gradual skin damage even if sunburn is avoided. Ten to forty years can pass between the time of sun exposure and the development of skin cancer.
Sun damage is permanent and irreversible. You should put on sun-screen or moisturizer with an SPF of 15 or higher everyday before leaving the house. Don't go overboard and try to avoid the sun completely. The damage is already done; a little more sun will not make much difference.
People who have had a basal cell carcinoma should have a skin exam every six months to one year.

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