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“MOHS Left One Nostril Higher Than the Other”

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Spent: $1,000 in Austin, TX

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Updated 22 Dec 2009

Posted 22 Dec 2009

MOHS treatment was overall not unpleasant. It took three tries to get it all. By the third time I was getting frustrated with the process, but understood it.

During post op discussion with my doctor, I asked about my right nostril being distorted. But I am not sure I ever got a straight answer.

I had a MOHS procedure done yesterday on a small spot on my nose. The doctor recommend the wound be closed with stitches. Now, one nostril is pulled up about 1/8'. Will it return to its normal position as the wound heals?

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Very likable and seems quite knowledgable.

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Brent Spencer, MD 20 Jan 2010
It depends on the type of repair done and the amount of nasal alar elevation. Small amounts of nasal alar elevation (1-2mm) tend to go down with time. Larger amounts of elevation may need revision. Be patient, as it has only been a few days, and let your doctor know about your concerns.
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Winki 21 May 2011
When you read in the Moh's pamphlet that it is the surgery to choose for the best possible cosmetic outcome, keep in mind it can become a small or huge generalization of what your individual reality will be.

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