MONDO_0000500 (tongue squamous cell carcinoma) is a squamous cell carcinoma that arises from the tongue. It usually presents as a painful ulcerated or nodular lesion. The size of the tumor and the status of the lymph nodes are the most important factors that determine prognosis. Also known as: scc of the tongue, scc of tongue, squamous cell carcinoma of the tongue, squamous cell carcinoma of tongue, tongue scc.