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A member asked:
How common is basal cell carcinoma? my dad has a strange mole that is being looked at. how common is something like basal cell carcinoma?
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The : The absolute incidence of basal cell carcinoma is difficult to determine since nonmelanoma skin cancer is usually excluded from cancer registry statistics and varies depending on geographic location. It is the most common type of skin cancer, and its incidence is trending upward. Australia has the highest rate, and in certain regions is up to 2%/year. In the U.S. (according to nejm), there are up to 407 cases/100, 000 for white males, and 212 cases/100, 000 for white females.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Basal cell carcinoma: Basal cell carcinoma represents the most common form of skin cancer. Basal cell carcinomas are highly curable. See a dermatologist for proper diagnosis and treatment options.
Answered 1/25/2020
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