Multiple basal cell cancer due to x-ray therapy for acne
![Multiple Basal cell cancer due to x-ray therapy for acne](../../graphics/images/en/3183.jpg)
Basal cell carcinomas are more prevalent on sun or radiation exposed areas of skin. Here the typical lesion with raised, rolled, pearly borders with ulcerated center is seen on the back of a person previously irradiated for acne.
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Review Date:
7/1/2023
Reviewed By:
Ramin Fathi, MD, FAAD, Director, Phoenix Surgical Dermatology Group, Phoenix, AZ. Also reviewed by David C. Dugdale, MD, Medical Director, Brenda Conaway, Editorial Director, and the A.D.A.M. Editorial team. |
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