Waiting time for bcc surgery.

Had a 2mm bcc on edge of nose/cheek diagnosed by a GP dermatologist yesterday. It's been there for several months. GP is making referral to hospital for surgical removal but says it's non urgent so will take 3or4 months before am seen. I looked at my local hospital's dermatology page which says they see patients within 2 weeks of referral / diagnosis for skin cancers. Am confused and anxious about the possible lengthy wait time.

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  • Hi manta

    There is a huge backlog in dermatology in NHS. If it helps calm your anxiety I had a bcc on the side of my nose for 15 years without any change in size I just assumed it was a wart. So even if you have to wait several months it is unlikely to affect the outcome. Meanwhile, and I cannot stress this too much. Protect your skin from the sun with clothing hats and suncream. Avoid midday sun between 11.00 am and 3.00pm if possible Never use tanning salons. Or you are likely to have more BCCs or SCCs in future.

    Ed

  • Offline in reply to Farmer_Ed Unpublished Reply

    Thanks Ed, that is reassuring. Immense pressure on NHS is terribly saddening.

    Am taking all measures to keep covered up!

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