Squamous Cell Carcinoma

Question 1

What are risk factors for SCC?

Answer 1

• Excessive exposure to sunlight/UV
• Bowen’s disease
• Immunosuppression
• Smoking
• Genetic conditions

Question 2

How do SCC present?

Answer 2

• Slow growing over 3-6 months
• Scaly red patch/Open sore with irregular border
• Raised growth with central depression
• Can crust over, itch or bleed

Question 3

What is Bowen’s disease?

Answer 3

SCC in situ - treated with cryotherapy/electric curettage

Question 4

How is invasive SCC treated?

Answer 4

• Cryotherapy/Electrodessication
• Topical fluorouracil/imiquimod cream
• Radiotherapy
• Strict sun avoidance