According to the CDC, skin cancer is the most common type of cancer. If you've been diagnosed with skin cancer or are concerned about a loved one's diagnosis, you're wondering what treatment options are. Atlanta Center for Dermatology has convenient locations in Roswell, Alpharetta, Cumming, Sandy Springs, GA. Keep reading about skin cancer treatment options, and come see us if you're concerned about skin cancer.

Skin Cancer Treatment in Roswell, GA

Our dermatologists will always recommend taking steps to prevent skin cancer, so what if you already have a diagnosis, what comes next? There are a few main types of skin cancer; squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, melanoma, and actinic keratosis (precancerous). Melanoma is much less common, but most deaths from skin cancer are caused by melanoma. Your treatment options will depend on your type of skin cancer and exact diagnosis.

Surgery is fairly common to remove skin cancer. The tumor is excised and care is taken to preserve your healthy skin. Mohs micrographic surgery is used on sensitive areas, because the process carefully removes layers of skin and disturbs as little of the normal tissue as possible. Other treatment methods for skin cancer include:

• Chemotherapy
• Radiation therapy
• Photodynamic therapy
• Immunotherapy
• Targeted therapy

Depending on your diagnosis and the stage of your cancer, it may be recommended to combine treatments. Every type of treatment has its own risks and side effects, which your doctor will discuss and consider when choosing the right treatment plan for you. Your doctor may even recommend a clinical trial depending on your diagnosis, for treatment with a new drug or treatment process.

Come see us at our locations in Roswell, Alpharetta, Cumming, Sandy Springs, GA, to discuss skin cancer treatment options. Contact us for an appointment in Sandy Springs at (404) 252-4333, in Roswell at (770) 751-1133, in Alpharetta at (770) 664-5225, and in Cumming, at (770) 844-1902.