Squamous Cell Skin Cancer : What Is It & Treatments
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Overview
A type of skin cancer, which forms in the middle and outer layer of the skin. It causes red nodules, scaly, red patches on lips or inside the mouth, , open sores, or wartlike sore on or in the anus or on genitals.
Symptoms
Symptoms include scaly, red patches, open sores, or warts on sun exposed areas like face, neck and ears.
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Squamous cell skin cancer treatment | Well differentiated squamous cell skin cancer |
Squamous cell carcinoma grade 2 | Invasive squamous cell carcinoma |
Causes
It is caused due to over production of skin cells. Over exposure to ultraviolet radiation (UV) of sun rays could also be a factor.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis takes many factors like family history, infections and symptoms into account.
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Highlights
- Treatable by a medical professional
- Diagnosed by medical professional
- Often requires lab test or imaging
- Can last several months or years
- Family history may increase likelihood
- Urgent medical attention recommended in severe cases
Medications
Topical medications: For mild cases, skin creams are prescribed.
5-fluorouracil . Imiquimod
Therapy
Radiation therapy: High energy X-ray beams are used to kill the cancer cells.
Photodynamic therapy: Photosensitizing drugs and light is used kill the cancer cells.
Laser surgery: Laser light is used for killing the cancerous cells.
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