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Biopsy confirmed: I have squamous cell carcinoma
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Like you, I've had many skin cancers-- both Basal and Squamous, and unfortunately, quite a few other cancers, Several of which have been rare types.
I just wanted to say that some of my Mohs surgeries have been quite painful, especially the last one on my lip area. Because of the numerous nerves in that area, even repeated applications of pain medication did not remove all the pain. After months, my lip is very sensitive to touch and is also quite unattractive. I will not return to this surgeon because nothing can be done and I do not want more facial scars. I was never given a choice for any other type treatment.
Other Mohs surgeries in areas like my leg, were pain free.
So those of you who are facing a Mohs procedure, choose your treatment type carefully, especially if it is on your face.
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@mermaid7272
Really sorry about some of your outcomes.
I am a patient of Mayo Jacksonville. Every time (and lots of them) I was given treatment options. I can't remember all of them but some were freezing, and many other options.
What I did the first time I had Mayo detect BCC and SCC cancers was to research both. I also asked questions about the options I was given to treat it. The one on my nose did leave a small indentation and took a long time to heal. The one in my groin area also took a long time to heal.
If I was going to a dermatologist who did not give me options for treatment I would see someone else. I know many don't have access to an outstanding medical facility like I do at Mayo Jacksonville but even a drive would should be considered to get the best care.
I try so hard now to cover sun exposure and put sun screen on. But the SCC occurred in a non sun area and I was told sine it appearted out a injury area was probably the cause of HPV. I asked after than could I get a vaccine for this and was told too late. The vaccine was to prevent it not treat it after you have it.
I was told almost all HPV stays dormant but somethings can trigger it. I wonder but don't know if my prostrate cancer treatment in 2023 could have caused a trigger. But I don't dwell on it the SCC was treated and was successful.
I agree with you that every person should really be careful about what treatment you want to have. Do research, asked questions, and if you are not satisified seek a different provider who does give options and had the expereince and knowledge to do those type surgeries.