Life With Squamous Cell Carcinoma

The Drip, Drip, Drip of Skin Cancer

The feeling when I head to the dermatologist is usually a level below apprehension but above mere curiosity. What will she find this time? There’s always something, even if it’s...

The Unpredictability of Squamous Cell Carcinoma

I’ve had skin cancer since 1995. Early on, my skin cancer seemed pretty predictable-- every couple of years, I’d be in my plastic surgeon's office making preparations for the removal...

Fooled by a Spot that Didn't Look Like a Squamous Cell

So, my squamous cell radar was finally off. A spot that I thought wasn’t a squamous cell carcinoma actually was one. But I wasn’t the only one fooled. A dermatologist...

Skin Cancer Experiences: Squamous Cell Carcinoma

Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, affecting 3.4 million Americans every year.1 As you may know, there are three common forms of skin...

The Squamous Monster

Hello! I am new here and excited to be apart of a family that understands. I will make my story short as I could go on and on about it...

Squamous Cell "Radar" Right On

Some people think you can’t park in New York, which of course is not true, because somebody needs to do it. Maybe it’s because I grew up in the city,...