Basal Cell Carcinoma

Symptoms 

Basal cell carcinoma is rarely fatal and doesn’t typically spread. People at highest risk tend to have fair or light-colored skin, a history of sun exposure and a tendency to sunburn quickly. The appearance of basal cell carcinoma can vary greatly, but here are some possible signs that you may need to see a dermatologist:

• Dry, red patch of skin that doesn’t get better
• A pink, red or brown flesh-colored round lump
• A spot that looks like a pimple but doesn’t get better or heal
• Spot or sore that bleeds, goes away but then returns in same spot
• Scar that feels waxy — may be skin-colored, white, or yellow
• Group of shiny pink or red spots that look like sores, often scaly and bleed easily
• Flat or sunken growth — feels hard, may be white or yellow