Skin Cancer isn’t always scary looking. Skin checks save lives.

Is it a pimple or skin cancer? Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common skin cancer in the world. 4 ways BCC shows up: 1. Pearly bump — translucent, pink or skin-colored, tiny visible blood vessels. Usually on the face, scalp, or ears. Often mistaken for a mole or wart. 2. Flat scaly red patch — raised edge, looks like a rash or dry skin. Usually on the chest or back. 3. Waxy scar-like lesion — white, yellow, or waxy with no clear border. Often mistaken for a scar. (This one's rare and the sneakiest.) 4. A sore that won't heal — bleeds, crusts, comes back, or sticks around longer than 4 weeks. Often mistaken for a stubborn pimple or cystic acne. #skincancer #BCC #basalcellcarcinoma #dermatologist #pillowtalkderm #skincheck #skincancerawareness