What type of skin cancer is this? - Cancer: Skin Message Board

Shakira · 03-30-2004, 01:27 PM

My mom's just found out she has skin cancer on her nose. It's like a cyst and the doctor said it's a mild form that only spreads on the skin and not in the body. Does it have a name?

lisa1991 · 03-30-2004, 05:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Shakira

My mom's just found out she has skin cancer on her nose. It's like a cyst and the doctor said it's a mild form that only spreads on the skin and not in the body. Does it have a name?

I am not sure but that is probably basal cell. I have had two basal cells and a malignant melanoma. If it is on her nose make sure her doctor does the mohs surgery. Less scarring.

lisa

Rick7799 · 03-31-2004, 07:26 AM

Basil cell or Squama cell. Both are mild compared to Melanoma. Best to catch early because they will not have to go as deep and that means less scaring. I have had many Basil cells. They are no big deal when caught early.

Shakira · 03-31-2004, 12:52 PM

Thanks guys.