May 6 I had MOHs surgery on my shoulder, going down two layers to get it all. Due to the location, straps, sleeve seams rub right on the wound. I'm in a cycle, the wound has filled in & it tries to scab over, I raise my arm to do anything, the scab cracks, the bra strap or sleeve seam catches & pulls off the scab, and we start all over. Dermatologist said to keep it bandaged, not to let it dry out and scab. The wound is still red, seeping, sore. How does healing occur if it doesn't scab?
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Arian Mowlavi, MD, FACS (license on probation) says:
I recommend SPF 30 to all my patients. Its best to read the instructions to find out how often it should be applied. His hat is a good idea for extra coverage. Usually skin cancers take 20-30 years to form but better safe than sorry is a good motto.
Arian Mowlavi, MD, FACS (license on probation) says:
Skin grafts are based on good tissue and blood flow to area, Smoking diminishes both of theses. It can slow down the healing time and the outcome of the the graft.It is wise to wait a couple of months after the graft has fully healed. Always talk to your Doctor to get the final word. Good luck...
First - be happy you are finally getting rid of the BCC! You are doing the right thing. Definitely.Mohs' surgery will take the least amount of tissue, whilst ensuring clearance.There are many little flaps, which will reconstruct the area with local skin, which will be most appropriate in...