Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer: Symptoms
Skin cancer that forms in the lower part of the epidermis (the outer layer of the skin) or in squamous cells, but not in melanocytes (skin cells that make pigment).
Part of: Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer
Signs of Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer
Nonmelanoma skin cancer and actinic keratosis often appear as a change in the skin.
Not all changes in the skin are a sign of nonmelanoma skin cancer or actinic keratosis. Check with your doctor if you notice any changes in your skin.
Signs of nonmelanoma skin cancer include the following:
A sore that does not heal. Areas of the skin that are: Raised, smooth, shiny, and look pearly. Firm and look like a scar, and may be white, yellow, or waxy…