I’m hope everyone is doing ok, it’s been a while since I last posted. Well I had my MOHS surgery in October on the side of my face - the BCC area was a lot bigger than I thought - approx 4cm by 4cm. I was unable to have a skin graft due to not having much skin - so it was partially closed - the area around my eye had to be cut as well in order to stitch the wound. I think I was in theatre longer having reconstruction than the actual MOHS surgery! i was left with a deep open wound and it was an hour's trip by train every two weeks for the dressing to be changed. It’s amazing how the body heals. I’m now having laser treatment every 8 weeks plus steroid injections. I’m still numb down the side of my face - even before the laser treatment - just wondered, if anyone else experienced this as well?
My concern is can I use suncream on the area. If so, which one? The area is still red - still suffering with some stinging. I will, of course be wearing a hat too!
Anyone else now worried about being out in the sun - even if covered up?
Take care x
Wow, it certainly sounds like you've been through a lot so sending a big ((hug)).
I haven't had the same operation and follow-up treatment as you, although I have had a wide local excision to remove a melanoma and simple surgery to remove a BCC both of which have left scars.
Because these areas were on my arm and chest, I can easily keep the areas covered rather than having to wear sunscreen. I think if I was in your position I'd seek advice from my hospital team as you are still receiving treatment and they would be best placed to offer advice.
As for being worried about being out in the sun, well the first year after my melanoma diagnosis I developed vampire like tendencies in that I tried to stay in the shade at all times, even to the extent that I'd cross the street to stay in the shade! I have relaxed more since then but do still make sure that I'm covered when I'm out in the sun.
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Hi Clifford46 and a very warm welcome to the online community which I hope you'll find is both an informative and supportive place to be.
Thanks for taking the time to reply to this post. I noticed that you haven't joined the group yet and would encourage you to do so as you'll then get notifications when other members post.
When you feel ready, perhaps you could share your 'journey' with skin cancer with us. If you want to read about our experiences and treatment just click on our usernames or avatars.
It would be great if you could pop something about your diagnosis and treatment so far into your profile as it really helps others when replying to you and also when looking for someone on a similar pathway. It also means that you don't have to keep repeating yourself. To do this click on your username and then select 'Profile'. You can amend it at any time and if you're not sure what to write you can take a look at mine by clicking on my username.
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"Never regret a day in your life, good days give you happiness, bad days give you experience"
