Skin Cancer Treatment Richmond
Skin Cancer Treatment varies greatly depending on the type of skin cancer, it’s advancement, location and the patient’s age and overall health. The most common type of Skin Cancer is Basal Cell Carcinomas which are seldom fatal and rarely spread, so these require only one simple treatment. Squamous cell carcinomas are more likely to spread, so they may need more treatment depending on how early it is caught. Finally, malignant melanomas often require a more complex treatment plan as it has a high risk of spreading and spreads much quicker.
In some instances, the skin cancer is entirely removed during the biopsy, or removal of the mole or sore. In other cases surgery, chemotherapy or radiation therapy may be necessary to kill remaining cancer cells. Early detection is the key to success when it comes to Skin Cancer, so getting regular Skin Cancer Screenings is the first step to treating it. Contact our office today to learn more.
