Skin Cancer

Skin cancer treatment in Lynchburg, VA

Personalized skin cancer treatment in Lynchburg, VA, designed to address diagnosed or concerning skin cancers, guide next steps, and support long-term skin health.

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Personalized Care for Diagnosed and
Concerning Skin Cancers

A skin cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming, but the right dermatology care can help you understand your diagnosis, treatment options, and next steps. Skin cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer, and early evaluation and treatment are important for protecting your long-term skin health.

At Seven Hills Dermatology, we provide skin cancer treatment in Lynchburg, VA for patients with diagnosed or concerning skin cancers. Our dermatology team can evaluate suspicious spots, review biopsy results, explain your treatment options, and recommend a care plan based on the type, location, size, and severity of the skin cancer.

What Is Skin Cancer Treatment?

Skin cancer treatment focuses on removing, treating, or managing cancerous or precancerous skin cells. The recommended approach depends on the type of skin cancer, how deep it is, where it is located, and whether additional follow-up care is needed.

Skin cancer treatment may be recommended for concerns such as:

Basal cell carcinoma
Squamous cell carcinoma
Melanoma
Precancerous spots
Actinic keratoses
Suspicious or changing moles
Non-healing sores
Bleeding or crusting lesions
New or unusual skin growths
Biopsy-confirmed skin cancer
Recurring skin cancer concerns

Because skin cancer can appear in different ways, a dermatologist can help determine the most appropriate treatment plan and guide you through follow-up monitoring.

Types of Skin Cancer We Treat

Skin cancer can vary in appearance, behavior, and treatment needs. Some forms grow slowly, while others can be more serious and require prompt care.

Seven Hills Dermatology evaluates and treats several types of skin cancer concerns, including:

Basal cell carcinoma
Basal cell carcinoma is a common type of skin cancer that often appears as a pearly bump, pink patch, shiny spot, sore that does not heal, or lesion that bleeds or crusts. Treatment can help remove or address the cancerous cells and reduce the risk of continued growth.

Squamous cell carcinoma
Squamous cell carcinoma may appear as a rough, scaly patch, firm bump, crusted sore, or tender lesion. It can develop in areas with frequent sun exposure and should be evaluated and treated by a dermatologist.

Melanoma
Melanoma is a more serious form of skin cancer that may develop in a mole or appear as a new, unusual spot. Changes in size, shape, color, or sensation should be evaluated promptly.

Actinic keratoses
Actinic keratoses are rough, scaly, precancerous spots caused by sun damage. Treating these areas can help reduce the risk of progression to certain types of skin cancer.

Suspicious or changing spots
Any spot that is growing, bleeding, changing, painful, crusting, or not healing should be checked by a dermatologist.

Follow-up skin exams
After a skin cancer diagnosis, routine skin checks are important. Follow-up care can help monitor for recurrence and identify new concerns early.