early squamous cell carcinoma of oral cavity present as:
- a- vesicle
- b- sessile mass
- c- a red plaque
- d- an ulcer***
- e- a white cauliflower like lesion
How does oral squamous cell carcinoma start?
Oral cancer forms when cells on the lips or in the mouth mutate. Most often they begin in the flat, thin cells that line your lips and the inside of your mouth. These are called squamous cells. Small changes to the DNA of the squamous cells make the cells grow abnormally.
What is squamous cell carcinoma of oral cavity?
Squamous cell carcinoma of the oral cavity and oropharynx
Almost all of the cancers in the oral cavity and oropharynx are squamous cell carcinomas, also called squamous cell cancers. These cancers start in squamous cells, which are flat, thin cells that form the lining of the mouth and throat.
What is early stage squamous cell carcinoma?
Stage 1 – Cancer has grown deep into the skin, but has not spread to nearby lymph nodes or healthy tissues. Stage 2 – Cancer has grown deep into the skin and displays one or more high-risk features (such as metastasis to nerves or lower skin layers), but has not spread to nearby lymph nodes or healthy tissues.
What is squamous cell cancer in an ulcer?
Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) appears as a firm pink lump with a rough or crusted surface. There can be a lot of surface scale and sometimes even a spiky horn sticking up from the surface. The lump often feels tender when touched, bleeds easily and may develop into an ulcer.