Basal cell epithelioma

Basal cell epithelioma
A slow-growing, destructive skin tumor, basal cell epithelioma or carcinoma usually occurs in persons older than age 40; it’s more prevalent in blond, fair-skinned males and is the most common malignant tumor affecting whites.
Causes
Prolonged sun exposure is the most common cause of basal cell epithelioma, but arsenic ingestion, radiation exposure, burns, immunosuppression and, rarely, vaccinations are other possible causes.
Changes in epidermal basal cells can diminish maturation and normal keratinization. Continuing division of basal cells leads to mass formation.
Signs and symptoms
There are three types of basal cell epithelioma:
Jun 16, 2016 | Posted by in GENERAL & FAMILY MEDICINE | Comments Off on Basal cell epithelioma

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