Left untreated, SCC may spread and infiltrate nearby skin tissues. Invasive SCC means cancer has spread to lymph nodes or internal organs. Although rarely fatal, the cancer can cause serious health problems and disfigurement. Aggressive SCC is associated with how deep or large the lesion is, whether lesions form on mucous membranes (lips or eyes), and the overall health of the person at the time of diagnosis.

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