basal cell carcinoma treatment

Surgical removal: This is the most common treatment for BCC, and involves surgically removing the cancerous tissue.

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Radiation therapy: Radiation therapy may be used as an alternative to surgery in some cases,

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Topical medications: Certain topical medications, such as imiquimod or 5-fluorouracil, may be used to treat small,

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Cryotherapy: Cryotherapy involves freezing the cancerous tissue with liquid nitrogen, and may be used for small, superficial BCCs.

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Photodynamic therapy: This involves applying a topical medication that makes the BCC cells more sensitive to light,

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