Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is the second most common type of skin cancer in the United States. Clinically, it presents as a pink, scaly, crusted lesion on sun exposed areas such as the head, face, neck, and extremities. However, SCC can also affect mouth, genital skin, and other non-exposed areas of the body. SCC has a risk of spreading to lymph nodes and other internal organs.
Risk factors for squamous cell carcinoma include:
A skin biopsy is necessary confirm a diagnosis of SCC. Knowledge of the size, biological behavior of cancer, location, duration, as well as presence of any metastasis can help in determining treatment options as well as risk stratification for patients. Generally, the larger the lesion and the longer it has been present, the higher the risk of metastasis. Treatment options for SCC include:
Patients who develop any suspicious lesions that are changing, growing, bleeding, or not healing should consult a dermatologist for evaluation. Patients with a history of sun damage, precancerous lesions, or skin cancers need routine skin examinations. Our dermatologists can help determine the right treatment plan for you.
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