It has been reported that some patients have been misdiagnosed with Verruca Vulgaris, when in fact the correct diagnosis in their specific case was Skin Cancer (non-melanoma).
With early detection and treatment, nonmelanoma skin cancers have a high survival rate. In many cases, the cancer can be removed completely with at the initial biopsy procedure. The diagnosis starts with examining the growth or spot on the skin. If cancer is suspected, a biopsy might be needed.