Among skin cancer types, non-melanomas are more frequent and have lower mortality. However, if not treated ade...

Among skin cancer types, non-melanomas are more frequent and have lower mortality. However, if not treated adequately, it can leave sequelae and deformities. ⠀ See below the most common types of skin cancer in Brazil: ⠀ ????Non-Melanoma - Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC): the most prevalent among all types. It arises in basal cells, found in the deepest layer of the epidermis (the top layer of the skin). It has low lethality and can be cured with early detection. ⠀ ????Non-Melanoma - Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC): the second most common among all types of cancer. It arises in squamous cells, which make up most of the upper layers of the skin. It can develop in all parts of the body, although it is more common in sun-exposed areas such as the ears, face, scalp, and neck. ⠀ ????Melanoma: the least frequent type among all skin cancers: it has the worst prognosis and the highest mortality rate. Although a melanoma diagnosis usually leaves the patient with fear and apprehension, the chances of cure are over 90% with early detection of the disease. ⠀ #cirurgiaplastica #cirurgiãoplastico #saude #dezembrolaranja #cancerdepele #melanoma #autoestima