Skin Tumours

Types of Skin Tumors and Their Incidence

1. Benign Skin Tumors:

   • Seborrheic Keratosis: Common, non-cancerous growths that often appear as warty, brownish patches.

   • Lipomas: Soft, fatty lumps that grow under the skin and are usually harmless.

   • Epidermoid Cysts: Small, round lumps beneath the skin caused by blocked hair follicles.

2. Pre-Cancerous Lesions:

   • Actinic Keratosis: Rough, scaly patches caused by sun damage, which can potentially turn into squamous cell carcinoma if left untreated.

3. Malignant Skin Tumors:

   • Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC): The most common type of skin cancer, typically appearing as a pearly or waxy bump. It grows slowly and rarely spreads but can cause significant local damage if not treated.

   • Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC): Often appears as a red, scaly, or crusty lesion. It can grow more rapidly than BCC and has a higher risk of spreading to other parts of the body if not treated promptly.

   • Melanoma: The most serious form of skin cancer, arising from melanocytes, the cells that produce pigment. It can develop in existing moles or as new, unusual-looking growths and has a high potential for spreading to other organs.

The Importance of Regular Skin Check-Ups

Regular skin check-ups are essential for early detection and effective treatment of skin tumors. Early diagnosis significantly improves the chances of successful treatment, especially for malignant tumors like melanoma, which can be life-threatening if not caught early. Skin check-ups allow for the monitoring of any changes in the skin, identification of new growths, and assessment of existing lesions.

What Dr. Stefanis Offers

Dr. Athanasios Stefanis, provides comprehensive skin check-ups and advanced treatments for all types of skin tumors. Services include:

1. Dermoscopy: Utilizing state-of-the-art digital robotic dermatoscopes to examine skin lesions with high magnification and clarity, aiding in the accurate diagnosis of benign and malignant tumors.

2. Skin Biopsies: Performing biopsies of suspicious lesions to obtain a definitive diagnosis through histopathological examination.

3. Skin Surgery: Expertly excising skin tumors, including melanomas, basal cell carcinomas, squamous cell carcinomas, myxoid cysts, epidermoid cysts, and lipomas. With over 3,000 excisions performed,  Dr. Stefanis ensures precise removal and optimal cosmetic outcomes.

4. Non-Surgical Treatments: Offering less invasive options for certain types of skin tumors, such as cryotherapy for actinic keratosis and superficial BCC, or topical medications for early-stage lesions.

5. Patient Education and Preventive Care: Providing guidance on sun protection, skin self-examinations, and lifestyle modifications to reduce the risk of skin cancer.