Skin Cancer Symptoms
The symptoms of skin cancer differ from person to person and depend on the specific type of skin cancer that a patient has. They can appear anywhere, but most commonly on the head, face, and neck. Among the most frequent symptoms observed in various forms of skin cancer are:
Manifestations of Basal Cell Carcinoma
In Basel cell carcinoma, the area of the epidermis where cancer cells are growing appears pale. This type can manifest on the skin in a variety of ways and resembles a wound or sore. On the back of the thorax, the tumor appears as a flat, scaly, brown or yellow patch. In some instances, minor deviations from normal skin occur, while in others, large patches are visible.
Sun-exposed areas are susceptible to developing itchy skin. This condition manifests as a scaly rash or itchy region that may be reddish or even raised. Additionally, sun-exposed skin develops lesions.
The basal cell carcinoma can manifest as a pink, gleaming lump. This bump can be pinkish or white; it is most prevalent in areas of skin exposed to UV radiation. The scarlet bump or nodule can bleed and crust over.
In addition to the pink growths with raised edges, atypical blood vessels may also begin to appear and extend from the growths like spokes on a wheel.
Skin cancer can also cause sores that are open, bleed, and are difficult to cure. The cancerous regions are fragile and prone to bleeding. Most individuals seek medical attention for wounds that do not resolve, which turns out to be a form of skin cancer.
