Even with skin cancer removal, there is a risk of recurrence or spreading of the cancer. With any surgery, there is a (low) risk of post-operative infection, bleeding, and swelling. Other risks may include slow wound healing, changes in skin sensation, nerve, blood vessel, and muscle damage. After a skin flap reconstruction or skin graft, [...]
After surgery to remove skin cancer expect to have dressings covering the wounds. You will be advised on how to treat the area and you may have stitches that will need to be removed. The recovery will depend on the type of surgery. There is a chance of some pain and discomfort but your prescribed [...]
To prepare for skin cancer removal surgery, you may be asked to stop smoking for 2 – 4 weeks prior to the procedure. Nicotine retards the healing process, and quitting for as long as possible before surgery helps improve blood flow. You might also have to have a blood test before surgery is performed. During [...]
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