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Revision as of 14:12, 24 July 2015

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Saarah T. Alkhairy, M.D.

The primary prevention of basal cell carcinoma involves avoidance and protection from the sun.

The development of basal cell carcinoma can be prevented by the following:

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 ==Overview==
-The primary prevention of basal cell carcinoma involves avoiding the sunlight, wearing sun screen, and the use of chemotherapeutic agents for patients with a high risk.
+The primary prevention of basal cell carcinoma involves avoidance and protection from the sun.
 ==Basal Cell Carcinoma Primary Prevention==
-Basal cell carcinoma is the most common skin cancer.  It occurs mainly in fair-skinned patients with a family history of this cancer.  Sunlight is a factor in about two-thirds of these cancers, but one-third occur in non-sun-exposed areas.  Therefore, doctors recommend sun screens.
+The development of basal cell carcinoma can be prevented by the following:
+*Avoid the sun
-The use of a chemotherapeutic agent such as 5-Fluorouracil or Imiquimod, can prevent development of skin cancer.  It is usually recommended to individuals with extensive sun damage, history of multiple skin cancers, or precancerous growths.  It is often repeated every 2 to 3 years to further decrease the risk of skin cancer.
+*Use sunscreen year-round
+*Wear protective clothing
+*Avoid tanning beds
+*Be aware of any skin changes
 ==References==