Oh my gosh, @eugen1205 I’m so sorry to hear that you’ve had to flee your home country of Ukraine. That senseless war weighs heavily in my heart daily as you all face unimaginable stress, uncertainty, loss and hardships because of it. I wish for you, your family and fellow Ukranians, peace and the ability to return to your country in this new year…to regain normalcy in your lives.

I’m glad to hear that you’re able to see a doctor tomorrow to give you peace of mind. Basal Cell carcinoma can take a very long time to progress as it usually grows very slowly. I had my ‘spot’ for many years before it was removed. The area was checked at every annual physical but it didn’t raise any red flags for the doctor. When it began to change 2 years ago, I insisted on a biopsy. It did come back as positive for Basal Cell…and it was removed by a Punch Excision. My scar is minimal and there is no recurrence of the cancer. The itching is gone.
This seems to be pretty routine for removal of that type of skin cancer if it’s small. There are other procedures as well if needed to ensure that the margins are clean after the damaged tissue is removed. I’m posting a link to the American Academy of Dermatology Association, which talks about the types of Basal Cell Carcinoma and treatments for them.

I know, any time we hear the word cancer, we tend to fear the worst. It’s human nature. But usually, as I mentioned earlier, this type of cancer is slow to spread and most likely will be pretty easy to remove for you.

You’ll also want to make sure you avoid prolonged sun exposure, wear sunscreen and protective clothing if you are out in the sun.
Good luck with your appointment tomorow. I hope translating isn’t difficult for you and your doctor. Will you let me know what you find out, please?

@eugen1205, I know what it is like to not speak the language when seeking medical consultation in another country. One feels vulnerable enough when worried about a health issue. It is a lot of extra work to deal with translation etc.

Luckily many people in Switzerland speak multiple languages and most doctors have a high proficiency in English. Your English is very good.

Here are a couple of tools that may help.
- use Google translate to support your communication
- ask if the doctor or hospital provides translation services. While single doctor practices may not, many hospitals offer free translation services.
- bring along a friend who speaks both Italian and Ukranian

@loribmt has given you a lot of helpful information. Perhaps you could prepare your questions and then use Google translate to show them to the doctor if English isn't a common language for you both.

I'm glad that you are having this looked at. Have you seen this doctor before?