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What Causes Headaches While Suffering From Basal Cell Cancer?

I was diagnosed with basal cell cancer in 2010, I had about 3-4 blue light treatments but then never went back because my mother has dementia & I have my hands full, was this enough? I have been having headaches every day lately, it is on top of my scalp on the left.
Wed, 27 Dec 2017
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Thanks for your query on HCM

"As"per your clinical history is concerned please follow like this in detail-

1)Do an MRI scan to rule out any pathological cause of headaches

2)Regarding treatment options you can discuss with your treating doctor about exact status of your BCC and you need detailed treatment for it.

Do follow few lifestyle modifications like this -

1)Try to avoid the midday sun. Avoid the sun when its rays are the strongest. For most places, this is between about 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Because the sun's rays are strongest during this period, try to schedule outdoor activities for other times of the day, even in winter.

2)Try to use sunscreen year-round. Choose a sunscreen that blocks both UVA and UVB types of radiation from the sun and has an SPF of at least 15. Apply sunscreen generously, and reapply every two hours or more often if you're swimming or perspiring.

3)Try to wear protective clothing, Sunscreens don't provide complete protection from UV rays, so wear tightly woven clothing that covers your arms and legs, and a broad-brimmed hat, And don't forget sunglasses.

4)Try to avoid tanning beds. Tanning beds emit UV radiation, which can increase the risk of skin cancer.

5)Examine your skin so that you become familiar with what your skin normally looks like. This way, you may be more likely to notice any skin changes. With the help of mirrors, check your face, neck, ears and scalp. Examine your chest and trunk, and the tops and undersides of your arms and hands. Examine both the front and back of your legs, and your feet, including the soles and the spaces between your toes. Also, check your genital area, and between your buttocks. If you notice anything unusual, point it out to your doctor at your next appointment.

6)Discuss with your treating doctor about screening.

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What Causes Headaches While Suffering From Basal Cell Cancer?

Hello, Thanks for your query on HCM As per your clinical history is concerned please follow like this in detail- 1)Do an MRI scan to rule out any pathological cause of headaches 2)Regarding treatment options you can discuss with your treating doctor about exact status of your BCC and you need detailed treatment for it. Do follow few lifestyle modifications like this - 1)Try to avoid the midday sun. Avoid the sun when its rays are the strongest. For most places, this is between about 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Because the sun s rays are strongest during this period, try to schedule outdoor activities for other times of the day, even in winter. 2)Try to use sunscreen year-round. Choose a sunscreen that blocks both UVA and UVB types of radiation from the sun and has an SPF of at least 15. Apply sunscreen generously, and reapply every two hours or more often if you re swimming or perspiring. 3)Try to wear protective clothing, Sunscreens don t provide complete protection from UV rays, so wear tightly woven clothing that covers your arms and legs, and a broad-brimmed hat, And don t forget sunglasses. 4)Try to avoid tanning beds. Tanning beds emit UV radiation, which can increase the risk of skin cancer. 5)Examine your skin so that you become familiar with what your skin normally looks like. This way, you may be more likely to notice any skin changes. With the help of mirrors, check your face, neck, ears and scalp. Examine your chest and trunk, and the tops and undersides of your arms and hands. Examine both the front and back of your legs, and your feet, including the soles and the spaces between your toes. Also, check your genital area, and between your buttocks. If you notice anything unusual, point it out to your doctor at your next appointment. 6)Discuss with your treating doctor about screening. Hope that helps