Which specialist treats squamous cell carcinoma?

The dermatologist examines a persistent scaly patch, tender growth, crusted area, or sore and may arrange a biopsy to identify the cells involved. A suspicious lesion is not automatically cancer, because conditions such as actinic keratosis and Bowen's disease can look similar and require medical assessment.

Treatment depends on the lesion’s size, depth, position, and other clinical features. Surgical Excision removes the lesion with a margin of surrounding skin. Mohs Surgery may be considered when preserving healthy tissue and checking edges during surgery are priorities.

Book a dermatology assessment for a sore or growth that changes, bleeds, crusts, becomes tender, or does not heal. Do not repeatedly pick it or rely on cosmetic creams to conceal it. Bring a list of medicines and note when the lesion first appeared.

If squamous cell carcinoma is confirmed, ask who will perform the procedure, whether a biopsy is needed first, how the wound will be closed, and how follow-up will check the treated area and nearby skin.

Arrange prompt review for a Sore That Will Not Heal, a rapidly enlarging lump, repeated bleeding, increasing pain, or a Skin Ulcer. Seek faster assessment when the lesion is near the eye, nose, lip, ear, or another functionally sensitive site, or when you have reduced immune function.

Ask whether the lesion needs biopsy, what its risk features are, which procedure fits its location, and whether Mohs Surgery or Surgical Excision is appropriate. Discuss wound care, signs of infection, sun protection, and the planned skin checks after treatment.