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I think i may have had basal cell carcinoma for a year and didnt think anything of the sore. could it have spread to other areas in a year?

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Agree with Dr. N: Basal cell carcinoma only grows locally and does not disseminate. Wish you good health!

Answered 4/13/2020

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