BCC with Infiltrative growth pattern

Hi Would someone be able to explain to me what this means please this is as a result from a biopsy I had in October 2025.  I am waiting to hear if i will be having Moh's surgery its on the side of my nose and I'm not sure if I have a patch near my eye too. Many thanks.

  • Hi Jilty2 and thank you for posting

    A bcc with infiltrative growth pattern usually means the cancer cells are unevenly spread with unclear borders. This can make them a little more tricky to treat which is why a moh's procedure may be better treatment for this type of bcc, to make sure all cells have been removed.

    Hopefully you have an appointment coming up soon where you can discuss this with the team looking after you. They know your whole situation and can explain things in greater detail with you about what this means and what needs to happen next. Do also let them know about the other area on your face that you are concerned about so they can take a look.

    Wishing you all the best but you know where we are if you have more questions. Also our helpline is open weekdays 9-5 on 0808 800 4040.

    Take care

    Naomi

  • Thank you so much for your reply I have an appointment with the dermatology dept February 25th just wish it was sooner!