Basal cell carcinoma is the most common skin cancer. It's caused by the overproduction of basal cells in the skin. It often appears as a shiny or translucent bump.| Cleveland Clinic
Actinic keratosis (AK) causes rough, scaly skin patches. Without treatment, AK can lead to a skin cancer called squamous cell carcinoma.| Cleveland Clinic
Sex recorded at birth assigns a label — male or female — based on the appearance of your genitals at birth. In the U.S., this label goes on your birth certificate and your medical records.| Cleveland Clinic
An MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scan is a test that creates clear images of the structures inside your body using a large magnet, radio waves and a computer.| Cleveland Clinic
A CT (computed tomography) scan is an imaging test that can detect injuries and diseases.| Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland Clinic’s Health Library provides information about diseases, conditions, treatments and body systems to help answer questions you may have about your health — from the everyday to the complex.| Cleveland Clinic
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Nearly all skin cancer can be cured if it’s caught and treated early. Learn more about what skin cancer looks like.| Cleveland Clinic
Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun can cause wrinkles, premature aging and skin cancer. There are steps you can take to prevent sun damage from UV radiation.| Cleveland Clinic
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