Question by Afreen S: How is Squamous cell carcinoma lung cancer cause?
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skin cancer like most other cancers, can metastsize, that is a fancy word for spread to other cells/ organs if not caught soon sufficient.
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Question by avrilavril: Once the squamous carcinoma cancer is remove what test are done to detect if the cancer has or has not spread?
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Squamous cell CA can be locally invasive but generally does not cause distant metastasis, especially if treated early. The margins of the excised area will be examined by a pathologist. It is sometimes necessary to have additional local tissue excised.
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A Common Cancer of the Skin, Feet and Mouth of Dogs and Cats
Squamous cell carcinoma is a malignant form of cancer which occurs in both dogs and cats. The most common locations for squamous cell carcinomas in dogs and cats are the skin, feet and mouth but they can also occur in the eyes, lungs, esophagus and bladder as well as at other sites.
Symptoms of Canine and Feline Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Usually, a mass is seen on the dog and cat where the squamous cell carcinoma is growing. These masses may vary in appearance and may look like:
a shallow sore on skin of the dog or cat with a crust over the top of the sore
a deep raw sore on the skin of the dog or cat
a raised area on the skin of the dog or cat which appears red in color
a cauliflower-shaped growth on the skin of the dog or cat
The appearance of the cancer may change over time as well.
Clinical signs of squamous cell carcinoma are usually based on the location of the cancer. For instance, dogs and cats with tumors on their feet may limp and have a sore on the foot, whereas dogs and cats with tumors in the nose may sneeze, have a discharge from the nose and have a deformed face.
Diagnosis of Canine and Feline Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Diagnosis of squamous cell carcinoma for your dog or cat will involve a visit to your veterinarian. Your veterinarian may perform cytology studies on the cancer to look at the cells making up the tumor. These cytology studies may be done by collecting cells from the area with a needle or by using a slide or other object pressed directly on the top of the area to collect the cells.
Removal of at least part of the tumor and biopsy of the tumor may be necessary to accurately diagnose squamous cell carcinoma in your dog or cat. This allows a closer examination of the architecture and cell make-up of the tumor under a microscope using specialized techniques.
Your veterinarian will likely need to do some additional tests which may include blood testing, analysis of urine, radiography of the chest and radiography and/or ultrasonography of the abdomen. Your pet’s lymph notes will also need to be examined to see if the tumor has spread to the lymph nodes. These tests are done to help determine the stage of the cancer.
Treatment of Canine and Feline Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Surgical removal of the squamous cell carcinoma is the treatment of choice, but removal of the entire tumor may not always be possible because of the size or location of the cancer. In that case, additional treatment may be needed and may include:
cryotherapy (application of extreme cold to the area of the cancer lesion)
radiation therapy
plesiotherapy (topical application of a radiation source to the area of the cancer)
photodynamic therapy (administration of a medication which will photosensitize the area of the cancer and will result in death of cancer cells)
chemotherapy
New treatment options are still being evaluated and may become accessible in the future.
Prognosis of Canine and Feline Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Prognosis of squamous cell carcinoma for your dog or cat varies depending on:
how aggressive the tumor is,
where the tumor is located,
whether the tumor has spread, and
whether the tumor can be removed entirely with surgery.
Squamous cell tumors which can be removed entirely carry a much better prognosis than those which cannot be removed surgically.
Squamous cell carcinoma tumors detected and treated while they are small and in the early stages of development carry the best prognosis.
Written by Lorie Huston
Working as a veterinarian for the past 20+ years, Lorie has developed a strong desire to help pet owners keep their pets healthy by educating them on
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Sara spends much of her summer close to the beach. She lives in an exceedingly mild climate and is terribly athletic. She loves to swim, bike, and play games outdoors. Sara knows the dangers of the sun and so she opts for tanning salons to get her ‘golden glow’ whereas being sure to apply sunscreen every day before heading out.
Joseph lives in a cooler, northern climate. The summers can be terribly humid, however most of the year is mild or maybe below freezing during the harshest winter months. The beach has never been abundant of a draw for him and he spends most of his time doing indoor activities or at his job. Joseph doesn’t worry concerning sunscreen and only had one sunburn that he can remember which was when he was a child.
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Which of those examples does one most associate yourself with? Did you recognize that Sara and Joseph are both at risk of developing skin cancer? We have all heard the warnings concerning the hazards of sun exposure. We apprehend all about the importance of wearing sunscreen and hats. However are YOU shielded from skin cancer? Consider these myths and facts:
– Myth: Tanning Beds are Safer than the Sun
20 minutes of exposure in a tanning bed is roughly appreciate four hours in the sun. Although sun beds use UVA rather than UVB rays, ‘The Skin Cancer Answer’ states that “UVA penetrates a lot of deeply into the skin than UVB, can cause skin cancer, and may suppress the immune system.”
– Myth: Sporting Sunscreen at the Beach is Protection
85 % of UV rays will even make it through on cloudy days. Which means you are equally at risk within the automobile, walking the dog or letting your kids out to play at any time of year – even when you’re not at the beach. Of course, you are usually less attired at the beach and thus covering up is suggested even when sporting sunscreen. Sunscreen conjointly wears off with sweat and water and ought to invariably be applied each 2 hours or when obtaining wet.
– Myth: Taking Care Of Your Skin Now Will Shield You
Sadly, skin cancer can take 20 or additional years to develop. The Skin Cancer Foundation states that almost all people receive concerning 80 percent of their lifetime sun exposure before the age of 18. Just one blistering sunburn in childhood is estimated to double the danger of melanoma later in life. Taking better care now can reduce the chance, but not eliminate the harm already done.
– Myth: Having a Tan Suggests that You are More Protected
Dark skinned individuals are less probably to develop cancer, but tanned skin is really broken skin. Repeated tanning injures the skin and increases the danger of skin cancer.
Thus how do you propose to guard your family this year? Some suggestions are to limit exposure to the sun – especially for infants. Examine your skin for early signs of damage. Use a sunscreen of SPF fifteen or higher and apply it at least thirty minutes before exposure and every 2 hours once that. Teach your youngsters smart safety habits and be sure you and they’re covered up when outdoors.
Have a good time and be safe.
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