What is the typical recovery and downtime from Mohs surgery? What should I expect for after care needs?
Answer: Mohs Surgery Recovery Thank you for your question. Recovery is always going to be different for everyone. Most patients report minimal pain/discomfort after surgery and require minimal or no pain medication. If patients experience a lot of pain, we will prescribe something for the pain. Most patients are able to return to work or school the next day after Mohs. Things to avoid while recovering include heavy lifting, straining, or strenuous exercise for seven to 21 days may be required depending on the area of surgery. Hope this was helpful, best of luck!Dhaval M. Patel Double board certified Plastic surgeonHoffman Estates BarringtonOakbrookChicago
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Answer: Mohs Surgery Recovery Thank you for your question. Recovery is always going to be different for everyone. Most patients report minimal pain/discomfort after surgery and require minimal or no pain medication. If patients experience a lot of pain, we will prescribe something for the pain. Most patients are able to return to work or school the next day after Mohs. Things to avoid while recovering include heavy lifting, straining, or strenuous exercise for seven to 21 days may be required depending on the area of surgery. Hope this was helpful, best of luck!Dhaval M. Patel Double board certified Plastic surgeonHoffman Estates BarringtonOakbrookChicago
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Answer: Recovery after Mohs Recovery after Mohs surgery can be very quick, depending on the anatomic location. In general, surgery around the eyes, nose or lips can remain swollen longer than the forehead or face. Although you may be healed, scars can be persistently red and inflamed for many months. It is important to seek a qualified reconstructive surgeon after the Mohs excision that can assist with minimizing your scars
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Answer: Recovery after Mohs Recovery after Mohs surgery can be very quick, depending on the anatomic location. In general, surgery around the eyes, nose or lips can remain swollen longer than the forehead or face. Although you may be healed, scars can be persistently red and inflamed for many months. It is important to seek a qualified reconstructive surgeon after the Mohs excision that can assist with minimizing your scars
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November 1, 2013
Answer: Recovery following Mohs surgery depends on many factors
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November 1, 2013
Answer: Recovery following Mohs surgery depends on many factors
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March 23, 2016
Answer: Plain vaseline or Aquaphor may be preferable for wound care to minimize allergy
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March 23, 2016
Answer: Plain vaseline or Aquaphor may be preferable for wound care to minimize allergy
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October 2, 2008
Answer: Many factors contribute to your recovery Your recovery all depends on the location of the surgery, the extent of the removal and size of the defect prior to closure, the amount of tension and the type of closure. Swelling is more likely to occur around the eyes, as well as bruising. Lips tend to swell also. Ears may be more painful postoperatively than other sites. Usually within two to four weeks, the closure begins to look more presentable, but again, this all depends on the factors mentioned previously.
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October 2, 2008
Answer: Many factors contribute to your recovery Your recovery all depends on the location of the surgery, the extent of the removal and size of the defect prior to closure, the amount of tension and the type of closure. Swelling is more likely to occur around the eyes, as well as bruising. Lips tend to swell also. Ears may be more painful postoperatively than other sites. Usually within two to four weeks, the closure begins to look more presentable, but again, this all depends on the factors mentioned previously.
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