What is Skin  Cancer?

Skin cancers can occur on normal skin without warning or can develop on a pre-existing mole. Therefore, moles should be carefully monitored.

What Are the Types of Skin Cancer?
There are 3 types of skin cancer. These; basal cell cancer, squamous cell cancer and melanoma. While some types of cancer are easy to treat, some can be life-threatening.

Basal Cell Cancer
It is a type of cancer seen in the basal cells in the top layer of the skin. It is the most common type of skin cancer. It mostly occurs on areas of the skin that are exposed to the sun. Those in the risk group for this type of cancer are those with light skin color. The disease may manifest itself in the form of wounds, blisters and red spots on the skin in later ages.

Squamous Cell Cancer
Squamous cell cancer shows features similar to basal cell cancer. Their difference is that squamous cell cancer develops in the squamous cells that form the middle and outer layers of the skin. It is mostly seen on the face, scalp, neck and hands exposed to UV rays. However, it can also occur on areas of the body that are not exposed to the sun. Its symptoms and risk group are similar to basal cell cancer. Early diagnosis and treatment of squamous cell cancer is important as it is likely to spread.

Melanoma
Melanoma is the most dangerous and rarest type of skin cancer. It is seen as a result of uncontrolled proliferation of melanocyte cells that give color to the skin. Genetic predisposition, exposure to UV rays are the causes of the disease. If left untreated, it can spread throughout the body. It can be seen as black, brown, blue, purple spots on any part of the body.