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Laser treatment for Basal Cell Carcinoma

Cancer | Last Active: Apr 21 7:55am | Replies (17)

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@sher8262

Yes, definitely get a second opinion and seek advice from an ophthalmology clinic. It is a complicated surgery which may require, as in my case, a tissue transplant. Two years ago, an experienced University of Miami dermatologist, Dr. Jennifer Tang, successfully removed Basal Cell Carcinoma from my left lower eyelid using MOHS. I was awake but heavily sedated. It took 3 passes to remove the carcinoma. However, it's closing the incision and healing that's difficult.
Previous to the surgery at Jackson Memorial, it was arranged for me to have reconstructive surgery --within hours afterwards -- at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, where Dr. Brian Tse remarkably was able to reconstruct my tearduct and lower eyelid. I was blessed and I know it! Please seek a second opinion at a teaching hospital with experienced professionals!

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All I can say is "WOW"

Glad you got such wonderful care