Mohs Surgery

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Should I Request a Plastic Surgeon for Mohs Reconstruction? 14 answers

My Mohs Surgeon does his own reconstruction. Should I request a plastic surgeon? I have Basel Cell Carcinoma between my eye and my nose, and I have...
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How Fast Does Basal Cell Carcinoma Grow? 13 answers

From what I have read, basal cell carcinoma (BCC) tends to be slow growing. What exactly does that mean? I am 43 years old and have a BCC located just...
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Mohs Surgery for Skin Cancer 13 answers

My research on the web keeps leading me to the conclusion that mohs surgery is the best technique for treating skin cancer on the nose. Is this true?...
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What Happens to Mohs Surgery Scar when Healed by Itself? 11 answers

What can I expect after Moh's surgery if I let the scar heal on its own? I was told by a plastic surgeon that I could let it heal on its own, do a...
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How to Repair Mohs Surgery Wound? 10 answers

I had Mohs surgery on 8/14 to remove a basal cell cancer from my forehead. The wound is now open and covered and I'm weighing my options for repair. ...
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Should the Surgeon Also Be the Pathologist for MOHS Surgery? 10 answers

I was just diagnozed with BCC and MOHS Surgery has been recommended. I am a self pay patient and the Dematologist stated that there will be a...
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BCC on Side of Nose - Mohs or Laser Removal? 10 answers

I have a BCC in the left side of the base of my nose.I m 33yo, my mother just removed the same BCC on the same place, with Mohs surgery. Results are...
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Can Mohs Surgery Wait a Month After Diagnosis? 10 answers

If my recent biopsy of a very tiny, pimple-like thing on my cheek is basil cell cancer, can I wait 4-5 weeks after the diagnosis for Mohs surgery? I...
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Non-surgical Option to Remove Basal Cell Cancer? 9 answers

I have a basal cell cancer on bridge of nose. I have an appointment in September for Mohs surgery. I haven't met with the doctor yet, but I do not...
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Going on a Holiday After Mohs Surgery? 8 answers

I have a suspected BCC on my eyelid which was wrongly diagnosed as a recurrent infection. It bleeds occasionally. I am seeing a specialist in three...
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What is BCE and is Moh's a Good Idea? 8 answers

Right nasal bridge. There are strands and cords of basal cell between collagen bundles in a dense fibrous stroma. The stands and cords are compressed...
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How Well Do Skin Grafts Match From Inner Ear to Nose? 7 answers

I will be having Mohs surgery next week, for two basal cell areas on the right side of my nose. I have fair skin that tends to be reddish on my face...
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Can One Refuse to Allow an Intern to Participate During Mohs Surgery? 7 answers

I have a BCC that was about 1 centimeter (on the surface). It has been frozen off but I am now referred to a Mohs Surgeon. The Surgeon is affiliated...
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How Many Surgeries Performed Before Considered a Skilled MOHS Surgeon? 7 answers

Would you consider an intern who had almost completed their MOHS fellowship qualified to perform a surgery? Where can I find the name of plastic...
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What Happens to a BCC Left Unremoved? 7 answers

I'm sure that there are a lot of people out there with basal and squamos cell cancers out there. What really happens if they never get them removed?
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Waiting Too Long for Mohs Surgery? 6 answers

I have just been diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma on my scalp. The best Mohs Surgery plastic surgeon in my area can't see me until October...
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Best Way to Remove Squamous Cells? 6 answers

I just received the biopsy report on 3 areas from my chest. The locations are: 1 at the top of my cleavage, 1 to the left center of my cleavage and 1...

What Should I Ask About Nodular BCC on my Ala? 6 answers

I have a nodular basal cell carcinoma (BCC) on my nasal ala. It is 5mm across and primarily flat. I will be having Mohs surgery in a couple weeks to...
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Mohs Surgery Best for Removing DFSP? 6 answers

Is Mohs surgery the best option or the gold standard for re-excision of a rather small (2x2x2 cm at primary removal) DFSP on the back?
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Mohs Surgery on Nose - Stitches or Left to Heal by Itself? 6 answers

I had a biopsy and the results are that I have a squamous cell on the tip on my nose, very small area. Using a Mohs Surgeon how will he/she determine...
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Scar Treatment Ointment Used Post-Mohs Surgery? 6 answers

And when should you begin?
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Can I Wait 7 Months for Mohs for 2mm Nodular BCC on Nose? 6 answers

Biopsy result is 2mm nodular BCCpresent on deep and one peripheral margin. Carcinoma is composed of bland basaloid keretinocytes with peripheral...
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I Am 49 Years Old. Diagnosed with BCC on Bridge of Nose, What's Best for Least Scarring? 6 answers

Skin cancer specialist advised marginally removing BCC, send me home with a hole in my nose, back next day, if biopsy ok, wound closed like an...
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How Long Does It Take to Remove 5 Layers in the Moh's Procedure 6 answers

How Long Does It Take to Remove 5 Layers in the Moh's Procedure
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Is Mohs Surgery Necessary for a Minimally Invasive Squamous Cell on Bridge of Nose? 5 answers

Is mohs indicated for squamous cell invasive on bridge of nose scattered surface of dermis? minimally invasive squamous cell on bridge of nose, biopsy...
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Wait 8-10 Months for Mohs Surgery? 5 answers

I have just been diagnosed with a nodular bcc 3mm under my bottome eye lid following shave biopsy. It measured 4mm x 5mm. I need to have Mohs followed...
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Is MOHS Surgery Appropriate for a 4 Year Old? 5 answers

My daughter has been diagnosed with DFSP. We've been advised that MOHS surgery may not be appropriate for someone so young, and wide excision may...
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Can MOHS Be Performed Under a Non Cancer Situation? 5 answers

Hi, I am male, 30 years old. My nose have suffered from an unfortunate event and is now left with multiple deep scars on top of my nose. ( They look...
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Does Mohs Surgeon Need Detailed Pathology Report for Best Results? (Photo) 5 answers

A derm diagnosed BCC on my nasal ala via biopsy. I asked for a copy of the pathology report because I prefer to see a Mohs-certified doc to do the...
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Can a RN Perform MOHS Surgery? 5 answers

I was curious to whether or not a RN could perform MOHS surgery if the physician was on site?
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I Am Having Mohs on my Left Cheek 1.5 Cm and Want to Try and Heal Naturally is This Ok? 5 answers

I am having Mohs on my left cheek 1.5 cm and want to try and heal naturally is this ok? 
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Are All Mohs Surgeon Qualified to Deal with DFSP Tumor? 4 answers

Who is the most qualified MOHS surgeon that can deal with DFSP (Dermatofibrosarcoma Protuberan) on the face? Hi, I had a MOHS surgery on my face to...
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Can I Drive Myself Home After Moh's Surgery? 4 answers

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I Have a DFSP on the Base of the Ring Finger, Would the Mohs Be the Best Option for Me? 4 answers

DFSP about 18yrs ago, in the web space between baby and ring finger on hand. I had tumour removed and the web space that was involved. I was left with...
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Mohs Surgery Lower Eyelid 4 answers

Hello, I have an appointment for Mohs Surgery on a bcc which is on my left lower eyelid and very close to my lashes and the inside corner of my eye. I...
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What Type of Repair Is Used After Mohs Surgery According to Size of Defect? 4 answers

What different forms of reconstructive surgery are performed for different size defects after mohs surgery? I have a BCC on my nose and will not know...
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Is it Worth Trying Aldara/Zyclara Before Going Through with Mohs Surgery? 4 answers

I have Basal Skin Cancer on my left cheek. It is Micro Nodular not Superficial. I do not want a big scar from Moh's or Excision or Photo or Laser....
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Can I wait until November (3 mo) to have Mohs done? 4 answers

On 8/4/11 I received a Pathology Report which stated; SKIN LESION RIGHT MEDIAL MALAR CHEEK: SMALL MODULAR BASAL CELL CARCINOMA. Comments; Nests and...
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Just Diagnosed with BCC with Morpheaform Features, on Nose, HELP 3 answers

After having a biopsy was diagnosed with BCC with morpheaform features on the side almost tip of my nose. Please help....one plastic surgeon...
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Is Exercising a Problem After Slo Mohs Surgery on Calf for Lentigo Maligna? 3 answers

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I Am Having Mohs Surgery and Will Not Have Any Stitches or Sutures and I Am Worried I Will Have a Raised Scar or Lump. (photo) 3 answers

It is on my left cheek. I am 32 and I am in marketing and I am very concerned about how I will heal on my own if my skin will come together properly...
cheeks healing raised stitches worried

CND Vs. MOHS For Nodular Basal Cell On Nostril? 3 answers

I have a .4cm X .3cm nodular basal cell on my nostril. Prior to path report, doctor was recommending MOHS. Now, having received path report, she is...
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Delaware Mohs Surgery Doctor Recommendations 2 answers

I have a history of skin cancer which usually requires Mohs surgery. Can anybody recommend to me a board-certified doctor in Delaware who performs...
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Philadelphia Mohs Surgery Doctor Recommendations 2 answers

I have just been diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma on my scalp. The best Mohs Surgery plastic surgeon in my area can't see me until October 2....
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Does Procedure Remove Skin Cancer W/lift 2 answers

Skin cancer located on side of face and behind ear on other side of face
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Ok to Wait 48hrs Between Mohs for a BCC on my Eyelid and Reconstructive Surgery? 2 answers

Due to scheduling, I have my Mohs procedure scheduled on a Wed at 2PM with reconstructive surgery scheduled the following Friday at 11am (almost 48...
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Are there Doctors in Florida Who Accept BCBS PPO as Payment for Mohs Surgery? 1 answer

Is there any Dr. that will accept the BCBS PPO as payment in full for Mohs surgery near Lake Placid,FL or anywhere is S. Fl. I really need to have the...
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