SCC biopsy results - deep margin was 0.9mm. Chose to monitor it but now I'm having second thoughts. I don't know what to do for the best.

I received my results today following an SCC biopsy.  Deep margin was 0.9mm and was given an option of having the procedure redone so a margin of 1mm is ensured or leaving it to see if another appears.  The doctor said she couldn't advise me and the decision had to be mine so at the time, I said I'd leave it and monitor it with a dermatology check-up booked for April.  However, I'm now having second thoughts and thinking it might be best to have it redone for peace of mind but I really don't know what to do for the best!

  • Hello and thank you for posting

    It can be difficult to make these decisions and can sometimes need a bit of time to process to feel you have the answer that is right for you. Once the festive season is over do contact the team at the hospital that you are under and let them know you have had second thoughts. They can then re schedule your appointment.

    Take care and if you want to talk things through with the nurses then call 0808 800 4040. Lines are open mon-fri, 9-5. We are closed xmas eve and the bank holidays. 

    Sarah.