1. Is skin cancer curable? family?

Yes. For basal cell or squamous cell cancers, a cure is highly likely if detected and treated early. Melanoma, even though it can spread to other body parts quickly, is also highly curable if detected early and treated properly.

2. What are the survival rates of skin cancer? family?

The five-year survival rates for different types of skin cancer are Basal cell carcinoma is more than 99%. Squamous cell carcinoma is more than 95%. Malignant melanoma is about 88% if it is localized. The survival rates drop to 58% percent when melanoma has spread to nearby lymph nodes, and 13% when it has spread to distant parts of the body.

3. Where Does Skin Cancer Usually Develop? family?

It usually develops in any part of the body, which is exposed to the sun. But sometimes it is seen in the palm and sole, which receives very less exposure to the sun.

4. Who should the patient consult in case of skin cancer? family?

The patient should consult the dermatologist in case of any change in the mole or surface variations.