basal cell carcinoma

hi have a diagnosis of basal cell carcinoma... 

very small light pink patch.. 3mm ×7mm however looked back on old photos noticed it's been there about 5 years im petrified. thought it was just a harmless skin blemish .

im petrified and can't stop thinking about the consequences of leaving it so long. and it's spread metastasis.

anyone else had one left for a long time what treatments etc did u have.

just need to speak with people in similar situations or newly diagnosed

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  • Hello bee_k,

    I'm sorry to hear how you've been feeling, but you mustn't blame yourself. This forum is always here for you and if you'd like to speak to a cancer nurse about your diagnosis, you can call the free helpline on 0808 800 4040. Lines are open 9 to 5 Monday to Friday and there's guidance around basal cell carcinoma on our website, which you can refer to at anytime.

    I hope this helps and best wishes to you,

    Moderator Anastasia

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  • Hello bee_k,

    I'm sorry to hear how you've been feeling, but you mustn't blame yourself. This forum is always here for you and if you'd like to speak to a cancer nurse about your diagnosis, you can call the free helpline on 0808 800 4040. Lines are open 9 to 5 Monday to Friday and there's guidance around basal cell carcinoma on our website, which you can refer to at anytime.

    I hope this helps and best wishes to you,

    Moderator Anastasia

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