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Squamous Cell Skin Cancer Pictures - Introduction
Updated June 10, 2014.
Squamous cell carcinoma is second most common type of skin cancer, after basal cell carcinoma. Squamous cell cancer spreads faster than basal cell cancer, but still is usually relatively slow-growing. It can spread (metastasize) to other locations, including internal organs. Squamous cell lesions should be removed surgically as soon as they are diagnosed.
Squamous Cell Carcinoma Pictures - On Hand
Updated June 10, 2014.
The main symptom of squamous cell carcinoma is a growing bump that may have a rough, scaly surface and flat reddish patches. The bump is usually located on the face, ears, neck, hands, or arms, but may occur on other areas. A sore that does not heal can also be a sign of squamous cell cancer. Any change in an existing wart, mole, or other skin lesion should be examined by a health care professional.
Squamous Cell Carcinoma Pictures - On Hands
Updated June 10, 2014.
Risk factors for squamous cell carcinoma include: a large number of X-rays, long-term exposure to arsenic or other chemicals, excessive sunlight or other ultraviolet radiation, having light-colored skin, blue or green eyes, or blond or red hair, and older age.
Updated June 10, 2014.
This irregular red nodule is an invasive squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). Its initial appearance, shown here, may be very similar to a low-grade type of SCC called a keratoacanthoma. All squamous cell cancers can metastasize (spread) and should be removed surgically as soon as they are diagnosed.
Updated June 10, 2014.
Bowen's disease is a malignant condition, also known as "intraepidermal squamous cell carcinoma" or "squamous cell carcinoma in situ." Early lesions may resemble fungal infections, dermatitis, or psoriasis. The diagnosis is made by biopsy (examining a tissue sample).
Not sure if your skin problem resembles squamous cell skin cancer? Our other image galleries may help (and be sure to contact your doctor if you're unsure):
Updated June 10, 2014.
Squamous cell carcinoma is second most common type of skin cancer, after basal cell carcinoma. Squamous cell cancer spreads faster than basal cell cancer, but still is usually relatively slow-growing. It can spread (metastasize) to other locations, including internal organs. Squamous cell lesions should be removed surgically as soon as they are diagnosed.
Squamous Cell Carcinoma Pictures - On Hand
Updated June 10, 2014.
The main symptom of squamous cell carcinoma is a growing bump that may have a rough, scaly surface and flat reddish patches. The bump is usually located on the face, ears, neck, hands, or arms, but may occur on other areas. A sore that does not heal can also be a sign of squamous cell cancer. Any change in an existing wart, mole, or other skin lesion should be examined by a health care professional.
Squamous Cell Carcinoma Pictures - On Hands
Updated June 10, 2014.
Risk factors for squamous cell carcinoma include: a large number of X-rays, long-term exposure to arsenic or other chemicals, excessive sunlight or other ultraviolet radiation, having light-colored skin, blue or green eyes, or blond or red hair, and older age.
Updated June 10, 2014.
This irregular red nodule is an invasive squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). Its initial appearance, shown here, may be very similar to a low-grade type of SCC called a keratoacanthoma. All squamous cell cancers can metastasize (spread) and should be removed surgically as soon as they are diagnosed.
Updated June 10, 2014.
Bowen's disease is a malignant condition, also known as "intraepidermal squamous cell carcinoma" or "squamous cell carcinoma in situ." Early lesions may resemble fungal infections, dermatitis, or psoriasis. The diagnosis is made by biopsy (examining a tissue sample).
Not sure if your skin problem resembles squamous cell skin cancer? Our other image galleries may help (and be sure to contact your doctor if you're unsure):
- basal cell cancer pictures
- actinic keratosis pictures
- precancerous lesion gallery
- melanoma pictures
- normal moles vs. melanoma gallery
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