Probably a cancer patient.
basal cell carcinoma according to medicinenet.com
That is a form of skin cancer linked to over-exposure to UV light.
basal cells
A basal cell is a type of cell found in the innermost layer of the epidermis, the outermost layer of the skin. Its main purpose is to continually divide and differentiate to replenish skin cells that are lost through normal wear and tear. Basal cells play a critical role in maintaining the integrity and function of the skin.
There are three major types of skin cancer - basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma.
Basal cell carcinoma starts at the basal cells of the lowest level of the epidermis and invades the dermis and hypodermis. Basal cell carcinoma is a type of skin cancer that is very common.
Yes, basal cell carcinoma is a type of skin cancer.
Basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma. There are also pre-cancers called actinic keratoses.
Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) arises from the basal cells located in the epidermis, the outermost layer of the skin. These basal cells are responsible for producing new skin cells as old ones shed off. BCC is primarily linked to prolonged sun exposure, leading to mutations in the DNA of these cells. As a result, the uncontrolled growth of these mutated basal cells forms tumors characteristic of BCC.
Dermatologists are the specialists who deal most frequently with cancers of the skin such as basal cell carcinoma.
The prognosis for styes and chalazia is good to excellent. With treatment, blepharitis, ectropion, and entropion usually have good outcomes. The prognosis for nonmalignant tumors, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma.
Basal cell carcinoma