There are different types of BCCs
and the type that presents as a firm red or red-greyish
lump which may bleed from time to time is perhaps the commonest
- the nodular or nodulo-ulcerative BCC.
Squamous
Cell Carcinoma (SCC)
The next most common form of skin cancer,
SCC, may grow much faster than BCC. SCCs may present as a
scaly, quickly-growing pink lump which may also break down
and ulcerate. They most commonly occur on exposed areas such
as the face and backs of the hands. Routine treatment is all
that is required if the cancer is diagnosed in its early stages.
Malignant melanoma (MM)
This is the least common but most
dangerous skin cancer.
In summary the key signs which
might make one suspicious of a skin cancer are:
Change in colour, edge or shape of an existing mole
A spot that bleeds from time to time, seemingly to heal
between episodes
Development of an unexplained lump or persistent red areas
in the skin
