diseases
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Basal cell carcinoma is a type of skin cancer that causes a lump, bump or lesion to form on the outside layer of your skin (epidermis). These lumps form on areas of your skin that get a lot of sun exposure. Treatment to remove cancer from your skin leads to a positive prognosis.
Posted September 14, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 4 min read
⌖ diseases disorders cancers basal-cell-carcinoma carcinomas
Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is the second most common form of skin cancer. It’s usually found on areas of the body damaged by UV rays from the sun or tanning beds.
Posted September 14, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 3 min read
⌖ diseases disorders cancers squamous-cell-carcinoma carcinomas
Mast Cells
Mast cells are a type of immune cell that plays a large role in the immune system. They are found throughout the body but are especially concentrated near blood vessels and in the respiratory tract.
Posted September 13, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 3 min read
Lymphocytes
Lymphocytes are a type of white blood cell. They help your body’s immune system fight cancer and foreign viruses and bacteria. Your lymphocyte count can be taken during a normal blood test at your healthcare provider’s office. Lymphocyte levels vary depending on your age, race, sex, altitude and lifestyle.
Posted September 13, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 4 min read
Monocytes
Monocytes are a type of white blood cell in your immune system. Monocytes turn into macrophage or dendritic cells when an invading germ or bacteria enters your body. The cells either kill the invader or alert other blood cells to help destroy it and prevent infection.
Posted September 13, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 4 min read