Three months ago I had Mohs surgery for SCC. They "bored out" a 3/8" diameter hole, and since it was on the top of my head they said it would have to heal naturally as the skin was too tight to suture. They also said it would take 4-6 weeks to heal. The wound began filling and almost reached the surface within 4 weeks and was red on top. I kept applying Aquaphor ointment as directed with a bandage daily. However, no change has occurred for two months now. Been 13 weeks. Any suggestions?
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There is not a lot of extra tissue in the nose area so there may be some asymmetry after the procedure that will lessen in time as the skin "gives" a bit more. If you look at some of the photos on RealSelf you will see what I'm talking about. Also, do try to remember that the point was to remove...
There is intradermal stitching under there as well as external sutures, which is the way it needs to be done. You can see a plastic surgeon if you'd like but a big part of Mohs surgery (assuming you went to a Mohs surgeon and not just a doctor who does Mohs - there's a big difference) is...
Your biopsy was to confirm if the spot is cancer or not, it is not a treatment by itself. Often after a biopy the surface heals up well and the cancer is hidden under the surface of the biopsy site. If the cancer is on your face, Mohs is the most appropriate and cost effective way of treating it...
