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- The two most common topical treatments in the management of basal cell carcinoma are imiquimod and 5-fluorouracil-containing cream, and the combination of these therapies with other modalities.
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Mar 7, 2024 · You can effectively implement this treatment as both a topical application and an oral supplement. Swab the affected area with ACV daily, or for more intensive treatment, soak a cotton pad with ACV and leave it on the affected area until dry.
Mar 13, 2024 · The two most common topical treatments in the management of basal cell carcinoma are imiquimod and 5-fluorouracil-containing cream, and the combination of these therapies with other modalities. Nowadays, other novel topical therapies are under investigation, for example, topical hedgehog pathway inhibitors (HPI) (sonidegib, patidegib) and ...
Mar 13, 2024 · Topical 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) and Imiquimod 5% cream are approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat superficial BCC. Both topical therapies are good options in patients with multiple superficial BCCs and in patients who are poor surgical candidates.
Mar 1, 2024 · A recent clinical trial reveals a promising combination of vismodegib and radiation therapy for treating locally advanced basal cell carcinoma, offering new hope and a potential new standard of care.
6 days ago · Ganti AK, Kessinger A. Systemic therapy for disseminated basal cell carcinoma: an uncommon manifestation of a common cancer. Cancer Treat Rev. 2011;37:440-443. Martin G. Prospective, case-based assessment of sequential therapy with topical Fluorouracil cream 0.5% and ALA-PDT for the treatment of actinic keratosis.
6 days ago · Shumack S, Robinson J, Kossard S, et al. Efficacy of topical 5% imiquimod cream for the treatment of nodular basal cell carcinoma: comparison of dosing regimens. Arch Dermatol . 2002;138:1165-1171. Abstract
Mar 7, 2024 · Topical Immuno- or chemotherapy: There are creams that a patient applies to the skin as directed by the dermatologist that can help the body’s own immune system fight the cancer, or intentionally damage the dangerous cancer cells.