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ArticleRadiology case reports2024

Chewing betel quid induced a critical metastatic squamous cell carcinoma of the lower lip: A case report.

Himan Maroofi, Mina Afra, Navid Faraji, Rasoul Goli, Negar Mirzaei, Fatemeh Imanzadeh

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Himan MaroofiFaculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Qom University of Medical Sciences, Qom, Nursing and Midwifery Faculty, Campus Nazlu, 11 KM Road Seru, Urmia, West Azerbaijan 575611-5111, Iran.
Mina AfraDepartment of dental medicine, School of dental medicine, Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Urmia 575611-5111, Iran.
Navid FarajiDepartment of Medical-Surgical Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Nursing and Midwifery Faculty, Campus Nazlu, 11 KM Road Seru, Urmia, West Azerbaijan 575611-5111, Iran.
Rasoul GoliDepartment of Medical-Surgical Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Nursing and Midwifery Faculty, Campus Nazlu, 11 KM Road Seru, Urmia, West Azerbaijan 575611-5111, Iran.
Negar MirzaeiDepartment of Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Islamic Azad University - Tabriz Branch, IAUT, Pasdaran Highway, Tabriz, East Azerbayjan 5157944533, Iran.
Fatemeh ImanzadehDepartment of Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Islamic Azad University of Urmia, Urmia, Islamic Azad University, Urmia, Ayatollah Rafsanjani 5157944533, Iran.

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Abstract

Betel quid chewing is a common practice in many cultures and has been associated with various health risks, including an increased likelihood of developing squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). This case study presents a critical instance of metastatic SCC of the lower lip induced by betel quid chewing. A 45-year-old male with a history of betel quid chewing presented with a persistent and enlarging sore on his lower lip. A biopsy revealed SCC, and subsequent imaging confirmed metastasis to the lungs. This case highlights the potential for betel quid chewing to induce metastatic SCC and emphasizes the need for awareness and cessation of this habit to prevent such severe health outcomes. The aggressive nature of metastatic SCC warrants immediate and effective treatment strategies.

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Betel quidCase studyHerbal toxicityMetastasisSquamous cell carcinoma

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