SCC (of the skin)
What is it?
The second most common skin cancer. It grows faster than BCC and has a small chance of spreading.
What does it look like?
Scaly red patches, crusted sores, or firm lumps. Often found on face, lips, ears, or hands.
Why does it happen?
Mostly from sun damage, but also from immune suppression, age, or chronic wounds.
Is it dangerous?
Most are curable, but untreated SCCs can spread and become serious.
Treatment
Surgical removal is standard. In some cases, freezing, creams, or radiotherapy are used.
When to see a doctor again
If a sore doesn’t heal or a new scaly lump appears, see your doctor promptly.
