Skin Cancer
Alternate Names : Cancer - Skin
Definition
Skin cancer is the uncontrolled growth of skin cells. If left unchecked, these cancer cells can spread from the skin into other tissues and organs.
There are different types of skin cancer. Basal cell carncinoma is the most common. Melanoma is less common, but more dangerous.
Pictures & Images
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Melanoma of the Liver - CT Scan
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Skin Cancer, Malignant Lentigo Melanoma-Close-Up
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Skin Cancer, Raised Multi-Color Melanoma
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Skin Cancer, Melanoma - Flat, Brown Lesion
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Skin Cancer, Melanoma - Raised, Dark Lesion
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Sentinel Node Biopsy
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Sun Protection
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Skin Cancer, Melanoma on the Fingernail
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Skin Cancer, Close-Up of Lentigo Maligna Melanoma
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Skin Cancer, Close-Up of Level III Melanoma
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Skin Cancer, Close-Up of Level IV Melanoma
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Skin Cancer, Melanoma Superficial Spreading
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Melanoma - Neck
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Malignant Melanoma
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