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Is it possible to have MOHs surgery twice on the same spot?

seminole80Jun 2, 2015
Exactly 2 years ago I had MOHs surgery for basal cell on the left side of my nose. The surgeon went in 3 times and then assured me it was all clear. Well...... I now am scheduled for MOHs surgery in a few days for the same spot. I'm I just one of the unlucky 2-3% that it doesn't work on? I'm most upset!

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