How serious is squamous cell skin cancer?

Listen to me, don't let panic take over. Squamous cell carcinoma is highly treatable when caught early, usually with a minor surgical removal under local anesthesia. We will handle this step by step, okay?

Please try to stay positive during this stressful time. With proper treatment and timely doctor visits, many people recover fully from this skin condition.

My uncle had a patch of squamous cell cancer removed from his forehead last year. It was a quick outpatient surgery and he was totally fine. Just get it done by a good surgeon and use sunscreen.

When my neighbor was diagnosed with squamous cell skin cancer, she had a small excision procedure at the hospital. She has been completely clear for two years now and just goes for six-monthly dermatological checkups.

It is a serious skin condition that needs immediate medical removal. While eating a clean, antioxidant-rich vegetarian diet is great for skin recovery, it cannot replace the surgical treatment your doctor advises.