GENERAL HISTOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Squamous means scale-like, meaning these are flat cells. Thick stratified squamous epithelium, composed of two or more single-cell layers, can be keratinized or nonkeratinized. The single layer of simple squamous epithelium lines several organs and body cavities.

Detailed explanation-2: -The earliest form (squamous cell carcinoma in situ) can appear as a scaly, crusted, and large reddish patch that can be larger than 1 inch (2.5 centimeters). A sore that does not heal can be a sign of squamous cell cancer. Any change in an existing wart, mole, or other skin lesion could be a sign of skin cancer.

Detailed explanation-3: -Squamous means scale-like. simple squamous epithelium is a single layer of flat scale-shaped cells. Both the endothelial lining of blood vessels and the mesothelial lining of the body cavities are simple squamous epithelium.