Anyone have Squamous cell cancer and where?

Posted by metermaidman @metermaidman, Sep 26, 2025

I have a lesion on my left side of my face just below my ear. Does surgery help or is there a medical cream I can use to avoid surgery?

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lizzyj58 | @lizzyj58 | Mar 21 9:45am

In reply to @ptrjohng "@lizzyj58 had the same now I have another scheduled other side of chest stage 1" + (show)

@ptrjohng I have another one same side! Hate the thought of more Mohs surgery but it has to be done. The worst part for me was after 8 hours post surgery it felt like I was being stung by a 100 bees, this lasted on and off for about 2 days. Best of luck to you,keep us updated.

ptrjohng | @ptrjohng | Mar 21 11:15am

In reply to @lizzyj58 "@ptrjohng I have another one same side! Hate the thought of more Mohs surgery but it..." + (show)

@lizzyj58 thanks I will

Susan, Volunteer Mentor | @grammato3 | Mar 21 12:10pm

In reply to @lips702 "@grammato3 Hello, I was taken off all cancer meds now 2 months. I am going to..." + (show)

@lips702 I just read about this treatment - it appears to be very helpful for those people who cannot undergo surgery or radiation, so ideal for you. Wishing you all the best. Please let me know how it works out.

lips702 | @lips702 | Mar 22 11:33am

In reply to @jmglkn "@gently Surgery and creams can help squamous cells but it doesn’t permanently resolve the cancer. I’ve..." + (show)

@googling
My new oncologist also specializes in Melanoma.
It took a lot of research and networking to find him.
My squamous cells keep multiplying!
Looking forward to new drug, Unloxcyt

Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Apr 1 5:26pm

In reply to @ptrjohng "@lizzyj58 had the same now I have another scheduled other side of chest stage 1" + (show)

@ptrjohng, glad the lesion was discovered at stage 1. How did your recent, second Mohs surgery go?

ptrjohng | @ptrjohng | Apr 5 6:45am

In reply to @colleenyoung "@ptrjohng, glad the lesion was discovered at stage 1. How did your recent, second Mohs surgery..." + (show)

@colleenyoung thank you for asking iam scheduled for April 10 will give you a update

ptrjohng | @ptrjohng | 1 day ago

In reply to @ptrjohng "@colleenyoung thank you for asking iam scheduled for April 10 will give you a update" + (show)

@ptrjohng I had 2 spots on other side of chest 1 melanoma 1 precancerous had excision done on both successful my stitches are now healing

cappy51 | @cappy51 | 1 day ago

Yes my husband, he had three surgeries for tongue cancer for the last year 30 treatments of radiation and 17 lymph nodes on the right side removed. Two months after radiation PET scan showed new squamous cell on his lymph node next to the carotid artery. Also a new small lump on the center of his tongue which was Biopsied and is malignant.
We are now going to specialist is at OSHU in Oregon
We are both terrified

Susan, Volunteer Mentor | @grammato3 | 1 day ago

In reply to @lips702 "@googling My new oncologist also specializes in Melanoma. It took a lot of research and networking..." + (show)

@lips702: I just read about this treatment. How is it going for you?

Susan, Volunteer Mentor | @grammato3 | 1 day ago

In reply to @cappy51 "Yes my husband, he had three surgeries for tongue cancer for the last year 30 treatments..." + (show)

@cappy51 : Am I correct that you are new to Mayo Clinic Connect? If so, welcome. I believe you and your husband will find support here and possibly share some insights into the treatment he is receiving at OSHU Oregon.

It can certainly be terrifying to have this type of diagnosis and not know what the next steps will entail. There are tremendous strides that have been made in the treatment of malignancies of this kind and the fact that he is currently undergoing surveillance and care for early detection is encouraging. I hope you're both getting interdisciplinary attention to all of your needs that will help you cope through the process and that you feel free to share your concerns here for any additional support along the way.

What does the team there consist of?