04/04/2026
Ever heard of a "wart" that won't go away? It might be Verrucous Squamous Carcinoma. While it sounds intimidating, it’s usually slow-growing. The key? Getting it checked early before it settles in too deep.
Red Flags to Watch For:
• Persistence: A growth that hasn't moved or healed in weeks/months.
• Texture: A pebbly, "shaggy," or cauliflower-like surface.
• Location: Common in the mouth (especially for to***co users), on the soles of the feet, or in the ge***al area.
• Pain/Bleeding: Though often painless at first, it can become tender as it grows.
A biopsy is the gold standard for diagnosing Verrucous Squamous Cell Carcinoma (VSC). However, because VSC is "well-differentiated" (the cells look very similar to normal skin or mouth tissue), a small sample can often be misdiagnosed as a benign wart or simple inflammation.
For an accurate diagnosis, the biopsy needs to be performed with specific techniques.