What is Basal Cell Carcinoma in Medical Dermatology?

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Darkening of the skin due to an increase in melanin production or deposition, appearing as patches or macules darker than the surrounding skin.

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The most common form of skin cancer, arising from basal keratinocytes of the epidermis and characterised by slow growth...

BCC rodent ulcer (nodular type, informal)

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Term	Category	Difficulty	Definition
Basal Cell Carcinoma IVT	Technical Term	Intermediate	The most common form of skin cancer, arising from basal keratinocytes of the epi...

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