What Should my Mohs Surgery on my Nose Look Like After 4 Days? Afraid It Didn't Take?

Surgery sites four days after Mohs and the subsequent repair are in the early stages of healing. If you are experiencing bleeding, a split in the skin, the appearance that stitches are coming apart, pain or any sense of infection, call your doctor immediately. For simple reassurance have your doctor or nurse take a quick look at it now so that they can assess any need for addressing an issue early. Realize that wounds take at least 6 months to fully mature even... more

Your best option is to meet with the doctor who performed the surgery. There are many nuances to wound healing, and you shouldn't have to monitor how things are progressing. Obviously, there are signs and symptoms that suggest trouble (e.g. fever, chills, sweats, increasing redness, paleness to a flap or graft, etc), but many other signs/symptoms are more subtle. Don't be afraid to call your doctor to discuss. If my patients are concerned, I want them to call me and will likely have them... more

I am unsure what you mean by the fact that you are worried your Mohs didn't "take". If you have any concerns after a procedure like this, it is always best to consult the physician that did the procedure. Comparing yourself to photos isn't adequate; an in-person consultation will be necessary to assuage your concerns.