I had a WLE for melanoma on my scalp.  They could have done it under GA or sedation, but I had local anaesthetic because of my v dodgy chest.  I was worried about the needles, but was told that only the first one would be felt & it would be less than a dental injection.  True.  They were very gentle, kind & unhurried.  It was no problem at all - except getting to a loo afterwards!

Beforehand I reported to a specific pre-op ward.  Had to lie on a (v comfy!) bed, despite my protesting that I could walk, trundled down to theatre by two cheerful nurses,  Even tho' I was having a local, it was full theatre procedure: on the table, draped by sterile sheets + A WARM BLANKET which was v surprising & comforting!  A nice nurse to hold my hand, little bits of friendly chat throughout.  It took just over an hour.

Wheeled into Recovery ward to wait & be checked.  The warm blanket was replaced with another one, v nice!  Back up to the original ward, sandwich & coffee tasted so good...

Good luck sweetheart - keep in touch x

Thank you for your reply and sure hope I get the warm blanket and comfy bed too.  

I hope you are healing well and I will let you know how it goes. 

Take care x

Thank you for your reply and sure hope I get the warm blanket and comfy bed too.  

I hope you are healing well and I will let you know how it goes. 

Take care x