Squamous Cell Carcinoma in a Case of Chronic Arsenicosis: A Case Report

We describe here a case report of a patient who underwent multiple surgeries to treat skin malignancy arising from documented Arsenicosis. Arsenicosis most commonly arises from the use of contaminated groundwater. It presents itself with myriad health issues ranging from growth retardation, respiratory disorders to bladder and skin cancers. Skin malignancy from arsenicosis is usually treated with wide local excision. In case of extensive disease involving limbs, whenever feasible, every attempt should be made to salvage the limb to prevent deterioration of quality of life. Patients who undergo amputations should be offered appropriate functional rehabilitation. Careful follow-up of treated patients is necessary for early detections of recurrences and new lesions.