Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC)
A firm, red nodule or a flat lesion with a scaly, crusted surface on the skin.
Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC) is a type of skin cancer that can develop from precursors like actinic keratosis, a result of prolonged UV exposure.
Without intervention, actinic keratosis can progress to intraepidermal carcinoma (IEC) and then to invasive SCC, which may penetrate deeper skin layers and potentially metastasise.
This progression highlights the importance of early detection and preventive treatment.
Preventative Treatment
Preventive measures are crucial in managing the risk of SCC. While acknowledging the benefits of Sunlight for vitamin D synthesis and mental health, it is essential to balance this with protective strategies to minimise sun damage.
The Importance of Early Treatment
Addressing skin changes promptly when they are less severe—not only saves skin but also lives. Treatments for early stages, like cryotherapy for actinic keratosis, topical medications for IEC, PDT field treatments are generally simple and highly effective. These early interventions prevent the progression to invasive SCC, thereby reducing the risk of metastasis and more complicated treatments required at later stages.
Long-Term Monitoring
Once treated for any stage of SCC progression, ongoing monitoring is essential. Regular follow-ups of 6monthly visits are recommended as this help catch any new changes early and maintain healthy skin over the long term.
Long-Term Monitoring
Once treated for any stage of SCC progression, ongoing monitoring is essential. Regular follow-ups of 6 monthly visits are recommended as this help catch any new changes early and maintain healthy skin over the long term.
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Our Skin Check process is confidential, gentle and friendly to ensure patient comfort and safety throughout the whole process. Our experienced doctors will guide you and expert advice, so you can make confident and informed decisions.
Post-Treatment Care
Results and Follow-up:
Follow-up appointments are encouraged to monitor healing and address any concerns post-procedure. These consultations help manage potential complications such as infection or hypertrophic scarring effectively.
Personalised treatment with Dr. Tina Fang
Dr. Tina Fang is known for her expertise and innovative approach to Photodynamic Therapy (PDT), a treatment for skin conditions like sun damage, solar keratoses, and certain superficial skin cancers such as Intraepithelial Carcinomas (IECs) and superficial Basal Cell Carcinomas (BCCs).
Unlike set treatment protocols, Dr. Fang tailors each PDT plan to the unique needs of the patient, continually refining her methods based on patient feedback to optimize skin health outcomes.
Advantages of Photodynamic Therapy
At ISO Skin Cancer and Laser Clinic, our commitment to expertise, compassion, innovation, and integrity drives everything we do to ensure the highest quality of care for our patients.
Recovery Time
PDT typically results in abc out 5 days of redness and irritation, compared to the discomfort extending over 4-6 weeks with topical chemotherapy creams.
Effectiveness
PDT has an approximate clearance rate of 80%, while traditional topical treatments like Efudix have a completion rate of about 75%. Laser-assisted PDT can further increase this rate to approximately 85%.
