White skin cancer
White skin cancer and its precursors
White cancer is named to distinguish it from black cancer. These are basal cell tumors, so-called basal cell carcinomas, and squamous cell carcinomas. They are considered semi-malignant because, unlike black cancer, they rarely form secondary (metastatic) tumors in surrounding organs. However, they should not be considered unimportant as they can grow into the surrounding bone or cartilage tissue. For this reason, regular monitoring and treatment is necessary, especially if a precursor, an active keratosis, is present.
GENESIS & DEVELOPMENT
Basal cell carcinoma (basal cell carcinoma) and squamous cell carcinoma: Benign tumours can usually be recognized by a red-yellow nodular tissue growth. However, this can vary and should be recognized by experienced dermatologists. They are most commonly found on sun-exposed areas such as the face, scalp, shoulders, skin and back of the hands, but they can also be found on the legs or trunk. The development is mainly due to high UV exposure and is exacerbated by genetic predisposition.
Activated keratosis: Activated keratosis appears as irregular bumps on the skin with a reddish color. They are also found on sun-exposed areas of skin and can develop into squamous cell carcinoma in 10 to 30 cases.
Diagnosis
In addition to the clinical images and the microvideo display, the dermatologist feels how the stratum corneum activates when rough skin develops. The histological examination of a tissue sample provides information about existing cellular changes.
