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Basal and Squamous Cell Skin Cancer Early Detection, Diagnosis, and Staging

Know the signs and symptoms of basal and squamous cell skin cancers. Find out how these cancers are tested for, diagnosed, and staged. 

Detection and Diagnosis

Catching cancer early often allows for more treatment options.  Some early cancers may have signs and symptoms that can be noticed, but that is not always the case.

Stages of Basal and Squamous Cell Skin Cancer

After a skin cancer diagnosis, staging can provide important information about the extent of cancer in the body and anticipated response to treatment.

Questions to Ask About Basal and Squamous Cell Skin Cancers

Get some questions you can ask your health care team to help you better understand your diagnosis and treatment options.

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Skin Cancer Image Gallery

See examples of skin cancer, as well as other non-cancerous types of skin growths in this gallery.
Skin Biopsy and Treatment Procedures

Explore 3D interactive animations of common biopsy and treatment procedures for skin cancer.

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