A common misconception about skin cancer is that the lesion or spot has to be raised to be considered abnormal. In this example, the spot is flat and scaly is some areas - all symptoms of basal cell carcinoma. This areas can also be flesh toned and varying shades of brown.
Basal Cell Carcinoma
From Lisa Fayed, About.com
Updated September 19, 2008
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