Squamous cell carcinoma starts in the squamous cells symptoms like a firm bump on the skin, flat sore, rough patch inside mouth, and more. People with long term sun exposure, aged above 65 years, have a weak immune system, have a pale complexion, are at higher risk of developing this condition. 

• Cutaneous: Cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma is a type of skin cancer that affects the top layer of the skin. 
• Metastatic: Metastatic is a type of squamous cell carcinoma that affects other parts of the body, beyond the skin. 

• Systemic Chemotherapy: Medicines/drugs are used to kill cancer cells in the body. 
• Surgery: A procedure involving the removal of layers of skin affected by cancer. Surgery is most commonly recommended for facial cancers. 
• Photodynamic Therapy: The treatment process involves using a blue light and a light-sensitive agent to destroy cancer cells.
• Electrodessication & Curettage: Treatment process involving using a special electric needle to burn the cancerous lump after it has been scraped off with a curette.
• Excision: Invasive procedure involving removing the cancer from the skin and stitching the skin back. 

• Systemic Chemotherapy: Ranges from ₹60,000 to ₹1,80,000 per cycle

• Surgery: Priced at ₹40,000 to ₹1,20,000 depending on complexity

• Photodynamic Therapy: Typically costs ₹25,000 to ₹60,000

• Electrodessication & Curettage: Charged around ₹15,000 to ₹35,000

• Excision: Costs approximately ₹30,000 to ₹80,000

Note: The above costs are approximate and can vary based on factors such as the severity of the allergy, the specific treatment plan, the healthcare facility, and geographic location.

• Local Invasion & Damage: Untreated squamous cell carcinoma can damage healthy tissues and also erode into deeper layers of skin, potentially invading the nerves and bones.
• Metastasis: The cancer can spread to lymph nodes and distant organs like the brain, lungs, etc. 
• Poor Cosmetics: An untreated squamous cell carcinoma can lead to scarring and changes in the appearance of the affected area. 
• Pain & Functional Impairment: The growing cancer may invade the surrounding tissues, causing pain and depending upon the location of the squamous cell carcinoma, it can cause functional impairment like difficulty chewing, swallowing, speaking, etc.