Cancer Types
Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Also known as: SCC, Epidermoid carcinoma
Definition
A type of cancer that begins in squamous cells, which are thin, flat cells found in tissues that form the surface of the skin and line body cavities.
Detailed Explanation
Squamous cell carcinoma can occur in many parts of the body including the skin, lungs, throat, cervix, and anal canal. When found in the lungs, it's a subtype of non-small cell lung cancer. Risk factors include UV exposure (for skin), smoking (for lung), and HPV infection (for cervical).