What Is Basal Cell Skin Cancer?
Basal cell carcinoma is the most common skin cancer. It is easily treated, usually in a dermatologist’s office. It can lie dormant for a long time, even years, before spreading, but it needs to be treated as soon as signs are suspected because when it spreads, more extensive treatment is necessary to take care of the damaged skin. About 1 million Americans develop basal cell skin cancer each year, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation.
