Skin Cancer

A mutation in the XPC gene is associated with xeroderma pigmentosum (XP), a rare inherited skin disorder that raises your risk of skin cancer.

A PTCH1 mutation is associated with Gorlin syndrome, which increases your risk for developing basal cell skin cancer.

Cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (CSCC) is a type of cancer that develops in squamous skin cells, and usually happen due to exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation.

Surgery is the go-to for cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma, but other options include topical treatments, radiation, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy.

Surgery is usually the preferred way to treat CSCC but radiation therapy may be used for tumors that are superficial or can’t be cut out.

基底细胞癌通常是found in areas exposed to the sun, such as the head, neck, and arms. It's a common but treatable cancer.

Skin cancer in people of color can show up differently than in those with light skin and is often detected at later, less treatable stages as a result.

Care options for metastatic cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma depend on how extensive your cancer is, your overall health, and other factors.