Should I continue to put ointment on my nose after Mohs surgery? (Photos)

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I had mohrs surgery and graft to top and tip of my nose 3 months ago. All stitches are gone and scab fell off. Should I continue to put ointment and a bandaid on it?

Gary L. Ross, MBChB, FRCS · Answer

This is not the usual appearance of a reconstruction with a graft. Did the graft heal? did you need dressings? Best to get this checked out by your PS.

John Louis Ratz, MD · Answer

I'm concerned by the appearance of this site. The "bumpy" areas could represent recurrent tumor. If there is no recurrent tumor in the site, the end result is terrible. I would hope your Mohs surgeon is concerned enough to offer some correction here to give a more normal appearance. If not, I suggest finding another Mohs surgeon, one who is fellowship trained, or even a facial plastic surgeon. This kind of result is inexcusable and can certainly be improved.

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