Hi - newly diagnosed with BCC on my nose and just been referred to plastic surgeon. I am grateful it's not melanoma, but still anxious as it's on my face. Any advice for coping with the anxiety/story sharing?
Hi Mollifer, like you I am newly diagnosed with a BCC, mine is on the left side of my nose. I am seeing the surgeon on the 15th of this month when I will know more about the extent of surgery involved with this. I too am rather worried about how I will look afterwards. I am 78 but still do my hair and make up every day even if for only around the house.
I feel I could cope better if it were anywhere but my nose as its the first thing people notice about you. Do you feel this way as well? My Husband says he dosent care what I will look like as he will still love me as I am but feel thats not the point is it!
It is more to do with how we feel in ourselves when we look in the mirror. Wishing you well in your journey, lets hope in a years time we are wondering what on earth we were worring about.
Hi! So nice of you to reply! My appointment is on the 22nd, but only the first consultation with the plastic surgeon. Who is yours with? Apparently the dermatologists do these surgeries too.
My husband also says it won't make any difference either - but I agree, it's about how we feel about it!
Yes, I totally feel that if it were anywhere else other than on my nose, I wouldn't feel as worried about it. My best friend had one on her cheek, and it healed beautifully - you can honestly barely see the thin white line that is left.
Do let me know how your appointment goes on the 15th - good luck!xx
Hi, my appointment is with a private Dermatologist who does do his own surgery, but calls in a plastic surgeon if needed for large sites,which mineisn't.
His CV is rather impressive I have to say. He specialises in skin cancer and has an interest in treating older people!!!
We are very fortunate in that my Husband got Private Medical Insurance as part of his retirement package. Otherwise I hate to think about waiting on the NHS.
It's good to hear about your friend and her experience. I will let you know what happens on the15th. Take care.xx
Hi, my appointment is with a private Dermatologist who does do his own surgery, but calls in a plastic surgeon if needed for large sites,which mineisn't.
His CV is rather impressive I have to say. He specialises in skin cancer and has an interest in treating older people!!!
We are very fortunate in that my Husband got Private Medical Insurance as part of his retirement package. Otherwise I hate to think about waiting on the NHS.
It's good to hear about your friend and her experience. I will let you know what happens on the15th. Take care.xx
