What is another word for skin cancer?
Pronunciation: [skˈɪn kˈansə] (IPA) 
Skin cancer is a devastating disease caused due to the abnormal growth of skin cells. Synonyms for skin cancer include malignant melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and non-melanoma skin cancer. Malignant melanoma occurs due to the damage of melanocytes and is one of the most dangerous types of skin cancer. Basal cell carcinoma is the most common type of skin cancer and occurs due to the damage of the basal cells. Squamous cell carcinoma develops in the squamous cells and can metastasize if left untreated. Non-melanoma skin cancer includes basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and other types of skin cancers that are not melanoma. Early detection and treatment of skin cancer can help in curing the disease completely.
