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Basal cell Carcinoma

Nonna22
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Hi all

I was diagnoised with a Basal Cell Carcinoma on the side of my nose, they went through treatment MOHHS surgery or depending on how deep or how much it has soread they also spoke about facial flap surgery. My question is I have been on the waiting list since December 2023 and I keep checking my NHS App and atill saying 20 week wait which that is all its has said. How long typically do we wait for surgery?

  • Welcome to Cancer Chat Nonna although I'm sorry to hear about your BCC and how long you've been waiting for your surgery. This must be very frustrating.

    As every part of the country is different, it's hard to say how long a typical wait should be, but as it's been quite some time there's no harm in chasing this up with your GP.

    I'm sure you'll receive more advice from the community soon but if you'd like, you're very welcome to discuss this further with one of our cancer nurses. They're available on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m and they will do all that they can to help.

    We're thinking of you Nonna and hope you're able to get some answers soon.

    All the best,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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