Its cell of origin is the basal cell, which is located in the bottom layer of the epidermis.
Malignant cells proliferate excessively from the epidermis and result in a tumor.
The incidence of basal cell cancer increases with age. Almost all people diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma live at least another 5 years. Causes Exposure to ultraviolet radiation is considered the main risk factor for developing BCCs. While it occurs more commonly in older adults, it is becoming more common in younger people even in people in their 20s and 30s. Radiation treatments, as well as immune suppression, also increase one's risk.