Squamous Cell Carcinoma Treatments

Treatment

Treatment includes:

Mohs micrographic surgery—microscopically controlled surgery that offers the best cure rate for squamous cell carcinoma
Removing the growth with simple surgery
Freezing the growth off with liquid nitrogen
Radiotherapy, also known as radiation therapy
Photodynamic therapy in which the cells absorb an acid that causes them to die when exposed to light
Creams, especially fluorouracil (5-FU) or imiquimod
Plastic surgery to repair any cosmetic problems that occur after treatment

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