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Over 10 years ago I has a bcc removed but it had scc cells too. I didn't worry at the time because it was removed by excision. Although the dermatologist did say it was interesting which is always a bit of a worry. You don't usually want to be an interesting...
Hi just wondering about other's experiences at first appointments. Is it possible that they will do a biopsy same day or is it always done on a return visit ?
I had MOHs surgery yesterday at Guys Hospital, London. My experience so far … The whole team were lovely, and all female. The surgeon, knowing about my local anaesthetic phobia, was very kind and patient and very gentle. The procedure took about 40...
I’m wondering if anyone is able to give me any information about waiting times for MOHs surgery in their area? I have a basal cell carcinoma on my face and the wait time here from referral to treatment (MOHs) will be two years. I saw the consultant...
Surgery 2 months ago Lab results yesterday Skin graft from my neck Worst time of my life. Am 72 live in rural north Zero post op support Misleading pre op info. Misdiagnosed as bcc by gp Am interested on anyones experience of scc on forehead...
Hi just recently had my diagnosis for skin cancer on my nose. It’s been removed but now on day 5 of chemo cream for my whole face & chest. Skin is just starting to break down & I just feel so scared & lonely! It’s like people don’t take skin cancer seriously...
After removal of numerous Bcc’s been referred for medication treatment taking Erivedge. Has anyone any experience of taking this medication Thanks
Hi, I have recently been to my GP as I had concern about a new growth. Easiest way to explain it is it looks like a white cauliflower/wart type growth just on the top of the inside of my labia minora. I have previously had growths/polyps/skin tags in...
Hello I have recently joined after being diagnosed with BCC. Reading through many of the discussions about when people are actually receiving treatment for cancer, I don't understand why very few actually happen within the 18 week cancer pathway from...
Hi, I just found this forum which I think is amazing so thank you everyone for sharing/helping After many years (over 15) mentioning to nurses and GPs that I had something on my eyebrow that didn't feel right and being told it was nothing. When insisted...
