Skin cancer

Skin cancer

Skin cancer is the general name for several types of malignant tumors that develop from skin cells. The most common forms are basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma.

Basalioma most often occurs on the face in older people. It appears in the form of dense pearlescent nodules or plaques that ulcerate over time. Treatment includes electrocoagulation, surgical excision, cryodestruction. The prognosis is favorable, as the tumor grows slowly and rarely metastasizes.

Squamous cell carcinoma is most often localized on the skin of the lips and genitals. It manifests itself as rapidly growing dense nodules that ulcerate to form crater-shaped ulcers. Treatment is surgical excision combined with radiation therapy and chemotherapy. The prognosis depends on the stage of the disease.

Prevention includes protecting the skin from chronic injuries, limiting sun exposure, and fighting precancerous diseases. Regular examination of the skin allows you to detect a tumor at an early stage and successfully treat it.