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Learn About Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma

What is the definition of Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma?
Squamous cell skin carcinoma is a type of skin cancer that most often appears on areas of the skin exposed to the sun, such as the scalp, ears, lips, and backs of hands. Squamous cell skin carcinoma can also appear inside the mouth, on the genitals, and on the underside of the feet.
What are the symptoms of Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma?
Symptoms of squamous cell skin carcinoma include the appearance on the skin of a firm, red nodule or a flat sore with a scaly crust; a new sore on an old scar; a rough scaly patch on the lip that progresses to an open sore; a red sore or rough patch inside the mouth; or a red, raised patch or sore that looks like a wart on the genitals or the anus.
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What are the current treatments for Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma?
Treatments for squamous cell skin carcinoma depend on the area affected and whether the tumor has spread. Treatments for squamous cell skin carcinoma of the skin may include surgery; photodynamic therapy; chemotherapy; radiation therapy; targeted drug therapy; immunotherapy; such as cemiplimab-rwlc; and palliative therapy.
Who are the top Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma Local Doctors?
Dermatology
Dermatology

Orsini Surgical Dermatology, Sc

1519 Legacy Cir, 
Naperville, IL 
 3.6 mi

Amy Orsini is a Dermatologist in Naperville, Illinois. Dr. Orsini and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma. Her top areas of expertise are Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Bowen's Disease, Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, and Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC).

Otolaryngology | Plastic Surgery
Otolaryngology | Plastic Surgery

Central Dupage Physician Group

0 N025 Winfield Rd, 
Winfield, IL 
 8.4 mi
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

Patrick Simon is an Otolaryngologist and a Plastic Surgeon in Winfield, Illinois. Dr. Simon and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Perichondritis, Nasal Septal Hematoma, and Low Nasal Bridge. Dr. Simon is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Grossweiner And Blaszak PC

1220 Hobson Rd, Suite 116, 
Naperville, IL 
 2.1 mi
Accepting New Patients

Wayne Blaszak is a Dermatologist in Naperville, Illinois. Dr. Blaszak and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Actinic Keratosis, Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, and Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC). Dr. Blaszak is currently accepting new patients.

What are the latest Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma Clinical Trials?
Liquid Biomarker Study in Melanoma and Non-Melanoma Skin Cancers

Summary: The goal of this observational study is to study blood samples and compare them to other biospecimens and clinical outcomes in participants who have melanoma or non-melanoma skin cancers. The main question it aims to answer is: * Are blood based signatures able to predict progression-free survival (PFS)? Participants undergoing regular treatment for their skin cancer will provide blood samples.

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Evaluation of the Clinical Utility of a New Diagnostic Support Tool, Based on Electrical Impedance Spectroscopy (NEVISENSE), for Keratinocyte Skin Cancer

Summary: This is a prospective study to assess efficacy of the Nevisense device in identifying keratinocyte skin cancer (KC) in patients suspected of having skin cancer based on the initial physician's assessment. All skin lesions with a suspicion of Basal cell carcinoma (BCC), Invasive Squamos cell Carcinoma (iSCC), Bowen's disease (BD) or actinic keratosis (AK) and destined for excision or biopsy for fur...