Going on a holiday after Mohs Surgery?

The exact site and size matter.  Assuming small biopsy size, you can go on your trip. But note the following: There will be a scab that forms and falls off in about a week.  Applying ointment during the healing period may blur your vision if it gets in your eye.  Sun protection is advised.

I think 3 weeks is a comfortable cushion for biopsying the lesion before your trip.  I would, however, delay the Mohs surgery until after your trip.  Good Luck.

Sandra121, Have the lesion biopsied. Depending on where the biopsy is done, the physician may tell you to use Aquaphor or Vaseline to the area or erythromycin ophthalmic ointment so that it doesn't bother you if it melts and gets into your eye a little bit. Keep it clean while on vacation and if it is a basal... more

I would definitely recommend having the biopsy prior to vacation. Depending on the depth of the biopsy, the site should be almost healed by the time you're ready for holiday. If Mohs surgery is necessary, you can schedule after you've enjoyed your holiday. Treatment sooner rather than later is best with skin... more

Typically skin biopsies heal very well on the face. They usually heal within a week. The size and the technique would be the variables. Biopsies performed on the cutaneous eyelid often result in disproportionate swelling and bruising as would be seen on other locations.