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  • Treatment for basal cell carcinoma (BCC) depends on your individual case. Your doctor will recommend what’s best for your situation, but some common treatment options include:
     

    • Excisional surgery

    • Mohs micrographic surgery

    • Cryotherapy (freezing the tumor)

    • Electrodessication and curettage (ED&C)

    • Radiation therapy

    • Topical medications, such as 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) or imiquimod

  • You can lower your risk of BCC with daily, proactive habits:

    • Use broad spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30+ everyday, even on cloudy days

    • Reapply every two hours when outdoors or after sweating/swimming

    • Wear protective clothing (Long sleeves, hats, sunglasses etc)

    • Avoid tanning beds

    • Limit sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM

    • Check your skin monthly for new or changing spots

    • See a dermatologist annually for a full-body skin exam

  • Early detection is key to effective treatment. BCC often presents as:
     

    • A pearly, translucent bump with visible blood vessels

    • A flat, red or pink patch that may resemble a rash

    • A waxy, scar-like lesion

    • A sore that bleeds, crusts over, and fails to heal

    • For individuals with darker skin tones, BCC may appear as a brown or black bump. 
       

    BCCs can look different on everyone. If you see something new, changing or unusual on your skin, schedule an appointment with your dermatologist.

    • Chronic unprotected exposure to UV radiation from the sun or tanning beds

    • Exposure to radiation or harmful chemicals such as arsenic

    • Frequent sunburns: Especially those occurring in childhood

    • Previous history of skin cancer

    • Fair skin, light hair, and/or light eyes

    • Genetic conditions: Such as basal cell nevus syndrome

Basal Cell 
Carcinoma

Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common type of skin cancer worldwide. In fact, it is the most frequently diagnosed cancer in the United States, with approximately 1 in 5 people developing it at some point in their lifetime. 

Basal Cell Carcinoma Risk Factors
Basal Cell Carcinoma prevention
Basal Cell Carcinoma signs and symtoms
Basal Cell Carcinoma treatment options

  • Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common type of skin cancer. It happens when the skin’s basal cells, which normally create new skin, start to grow out of control. This usually happens because of too much exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun or tanning beds, which can damage the DNA in skin cells over time.

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