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Is A Large Cancerous Patch On The Head Dangerous?
My mom has been going to a dermatologist for a few years who has been simply freezing the spots, which continue to come back. She finally went to a new dermatologist who did biopsies. All four came back positive for basal cell carcinoma. I am especially worried about a large one on her head, which has had several years to grow. She showed it to me today, I would say it’s about the size of a 50 cent piece. How dangerous is this?
Mon, 30 Apr 2018
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Generally, basal cell carcinomas are the least dangerous of skin cancers. They rarely metastasize (spread) or become life-threatening.
Anyway, I suggest you do a visit to the dermatologist for further treatment.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Generally, basal cell carcinomas are the least dangerous of skin cancers. They rarely metastasize (spread) or become life-threatening.
Anyway, I suggest you do a visit to the dermatologist for further treatment.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
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