Other Skin Cancers - Teton Dermatology

Although basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma are the most common skin cancers, there are other types of cancer that can start out as a growth on the skin. Examples are dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans, sebaceous cell carcinoma, merkel cell carcinoma, and leiomyosarcoma. Although less common, these tumors can behave very aggressively and can be lethal if not diagnosed and treated promptly. Also, internal cancers such as lung, colon, breast, and lymphoma are sometimes first diagnosed by a dermatologist because the first sign of an internal cancer can be a metastatic lesion on the skin.

If you have a new, unusual growth on your skin, schedule an appointment at Teton Dermatology for a professional evaluation to obtain a prompt diagnosis and treatment plan. 307-734-1800