All lumps and growths should be checked for possible skin cancer. Some of the most common examples:
Reducing sun exposure can reduce the incidence of common types of skin cancer.
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BCC is the most common skin cancer and is seen most frequently in fair complected individuals.
Surgical removal is the usual treatment. In unusual cases, other modalities such as radiotherapy may be used.
SCC is the second most common skin cancer, also seen on sun-damaged skin.
Surgical removal is the usual treatment. Other treatments may be used at times.
Melanoma is the most lethal. However, when caught early, melanoma is highly curable.
Surgical removal is the mainstay of MM treatment. New immunologic therapies for advanced cases are now available and in the offing.
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