Apply sunscreen at least a half hour before exposure, and reapply it frequently. Use sunscreen in winter, too. Examine the skin regularly for development of suspicious growths or changes in an existing skin lesion . A new growth that ulcerates, bleeds easily, or is slow to heal is suspicious. Suspicious changes in existing growths include change in color, size, texture, appearance, or the development of pain, inflammation, bleeding or itching .
Treatment varies depending on the size, depth, and location of the cancer .
New sites of basal cell cancer can occur, so prevention should be diligent. Regular examination by a health care provider may be required. Call for an appointment with your health care provider if pain, inflammation, bleeding , or itching occur in an existing skin lesion. The information provided herein should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A licensed physician should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions.