Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC)

• This presents as a firm irregular fleshy growth usually on sun exposed skin.
• The growth can increase rapidly in size giving rise to a large lump which may sometimes break down to form an ulcer.
• If untreated, the cancer may spread to the surrounding lymph glands.
• SCC usually appears in elderly patients. Chronic sun exposure is an important contributing factor in the development of this type of skin cancer.

Treatment for squamous cell carcinoma (SCC)

• SCCs should be removed immediately.
• The cancerous tumours must be destroyed or removed surgically.
• Sometimes, a small piece of the tumour is removed (skin biopsy) first for examination to confirm if it is cancerous.