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How Long Will This Particular Case of Basal Cell Carcinoma Take to Be Fatal? (photo)

Purple OreosApr 22, 2013
I have a family member, with what I am positive is a large basal cell carcinoma, refusing doctor visits. The picture is what the cancer looked like 6 months ago. This is a photo I found identical to their sore, except theirs is right in front of their right ear. It's now slightly sunken in and bleeds. Recently their nose has begun bleeding, and it's only one nostril...the same side as the cancer. I believe it has rooted itself deep into their face, causing the nose bleeds. Any advice?

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