Skin Cancer, Nonmelanoma

Home Treatment

Home treatment after removal of a skin cancer includes regular use of skin protection measures to prevent a return (recurrence) of nonmelanoma skin cancer and regular exams to watch for suspicious skin changes.

Perform a skin self-exam once a month.

• Check your skin and skin growths for any changes in color, shape, size, or appearance.
• Look for any diseased area of skin that has not healed.
• Report any suspicious changes in your skin to your health professional.

Certain medications, such as some antibiotics or diuretics, can make your skin more sensitive to the sun's rays. Ask your health professional about this potential side effect of your medications, and take extra precautions if necessary.

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Author:	Shannon Erstad, MBA/MPH	Last Updated: November 22, 2006
Medical Review:	Patrice Burgess, MD - Family Medicine Alexander H. Murray, MD, FRCPC - Dermatology
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