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Getting GentleCure (IM-SRT) for my 2 Basal Cell Carcinomas
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I am looking for those with experince or thoughts on Gentle Cure srt versus Moh's surgery. I am 80 year old female. The basil cell is located on sidewall of nose and is in situ. Second site is the tip of my nose and is squamous cell in situ originating from an actinic keratosis. Since my Medicaire and secondary cover both that isn't an issue. My issue is having to spend a full day getting up extremly early with a small puppy that doesn't wake till 8am as I do also. I would prefer going a few times a week at regular appointment times for a few weeks. I've been researching the Gentle Cure and it is said to not require any cutting and stitching. And leaves no scaring. I saw where my neighbor had had one on her nose removed via Moh's and she has a scar down the center of her nose. She said she had fibrous tissue that had also formed visable on her nose. That got me really more than curious about the Gentle Cure. Also with neither of these cancers invasive into any other layers of skin at this time. What are your experiences with both types. Thanks for any and all replies.
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Had 2 MOHs surgeries 1 week apart. SCC on cheek was in situ. SCC on nose was not. My dermatologist told me MOHS is the better treatment even if in situ.
Talk to your dermatologist to ask more questions. Weigh out the options. Best of luck and hugs.
Have you seen the Mohs surgeon. ?If it a doctor other
than your dermatologist you are entitled to have a consultation with them discussing options before scheduling surgery. No rush in your situation.
Also anyone have information on Field approach as read this is an option?
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@2buddy: many people in your similar situation have expressed these concerns. There were several such comments and experiences in the other thread where I saw you also posed this very reasonable question so it would be helpful to read through the various responses there.
Additionally, there are postings here on the topic of Gentle Cure vs Mohs:: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/getting-gentlecure-im-srt-for-my-2-basal-cell-carcinomas-above-lip/
Ultimately, the ideal person with whom to have this conversation would be your medical provider who could provide you with the most appropriate recommendation based upon your history, clinical presentation and personal preferences, which it appears you have already carefully considered.
Let me know what you decide and how your treatment goes once you choose. Best of luck!