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Anyone had GentleCure (IM-SRT) for Basal Cell Carcinoma?
@pianist3 This sounds like a type of radiation I had some years back for a basal or squamous cell carcinoma I had on my face. Honestly, I've had so many over the years, I've lost track of the specifics, but I do recall going for a type of low level radiation treatment over the course of a few weeks. Is that what you'll be having? I've pretty much run the gamut for every type of skin cancer and interventions: creams, electrodesiccation and curettage (ED&C), MOHs, wide local excision. Basal cells can be handled relatively easily and painlessly, especially with targeted treatment as you describe.
You're definitely wise to be using sunscreen. Here are a few more helpful pointers: https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/simple-steps-to-prevent-skin-cancer
I'm anxious to hear how you do after the procedure -- can you adding a follow up?
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Hello, I am new here. I had a spot on my leg for 10+ years. My dermatologist was never concerned, treated for eczema, dry skin etc. Last fall I finally asked for a biopsy and it came back positive for superficial BCC. I had 2 courses of fluorouracil each 3 weeks and then another two courses of Aldera for 6 weeks each, because the lesion had not gone away. I finished the 2nd course of Aldera in February. At my follow up appointment I asked for another biopsy because the lesion was still there and had minimal improvement. It came back positive again for superficial BCC. She wanted to do another 6 week course of Aldera. When I asked if there were other options because this previously did not work, she suggested ed &c. Has anyone had a similar situation? I am concerned about having a significant scar on my lower leg and was wondering if there were other options.