SQUAMOUS CELL CARCINOMA

Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC) is a common skin cancer.  About 700,000 new cases are diagnosed annually in the United States. 

Squamous cell carcinoma can develop anywhere, including inside the mouth and on the genitalia. It most frequently appears on the scalp, face, ears and back of the hands. Squamous cell carcinoma tends to develop among fair-skinned, middle-aged, and elderly people who have a history of sun exposure. In some cases, it evolves from actinic keratoses, dry scaly lesions that can be flesh-colored, reddish-brown or yellow black, and which appear on skin that is rough or leathery.  Actinic keratoses spots are considered to be precancerous.

Our board certified dermatologists and providers here at Integrated Dermatology are experts in the field of dermatology.  We are specialists that are trained to help detect, diagnose, prevent, and treat skin cancer.  Our physicians and providers conduct complete skin exams to detect and treat all types of suspicious skin lesions. The complete body exam is an extensive but efficient examination of your skin from your scalp down to your toes. We recommend an annual skin cancer screening, along with more frequent screenings for those that have been diagnosed with skin cancer in the past. During your appointment, our expert providers will educate you on surveillance, signs/symptoms to look for, and the actions to take for prevention. 

Other types of skin cancers:    Basal Cell Carcinoma    Melanoma