Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most frequently diagnosed skin cancer in Australia, caused by long-term sun exposure. While it rarely spreads, it can be locally invasive, affecting surrounding tissue, cartilage, and bone.
Signs of BCC:
A pearly, pink, or translucent bump that persists.
A sore that does not heal or frequently bleeds.
A waxy, scar-like patch that grows over time.
A scaly, red lesion that crusts or bleeds.
Untreated BCCs have a 50% recurrence rate within 5 years (Cancer Council Australia, 2023). Surgical excision reduces this to under 5% (Dermatologic Surgery Journal, 2023).
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