mohs on the nose {skin cancer- part 2}
I promise this isn’t becoming a skin cancer only page but in all my research before and during this process, I knew I wanted to see how other people progressed. There’s shockingly not a lot of “during” photos out there- mostly just before and after, where after is like a year.
I’m hearing the first 3 weeks are the worst so let’s hope that’s accurate. Days 2-5 were by far the worst with pain, swelling, redness and a lot of being in my feeling verrrry sorry for myself era. Like how does this tiny dot become so fucking huge and take over your entire nose? Looking like this can’t be hidden and dealing with that is certainly not easy. I definitely feel like a Frankenstein freak. But that’s where all my awesome friends & family came in. Especially those who have been through it previously- reaching out and sending me encouragement and pictures of their progress. Friends that I didn’t even know had skin cancer too. So I saw there was hope and snapped out of it. Listen, I’m grateful af that I caught it early, it was “only” basal cell carcinoma, it wasn’t worse or more serious and could be easily treated with just mohs and plastics. But honestly, looking like this sucks. My face isn’t the greatest face, but it’s been MY face for almost 55 years and I’m kinda used to it. I didn’t/dont want to have frankenface. I know it’ll heal and you’ll likely not really be able to tell, but that’s a while off and you know me and my level of “patience” in life.
Anyway, stitches are out which makes it much less painful and pully. Another week of restrictions and rest, then I graduate back to regular stuff. Except with hats and a shitload of sunscreen and cover so the scar fades as much as possible. Still a lot of swelling and redness but a little better each day.
Also a big thank you to everyone who has reached out, texted, called, messaged, dropped off food or offered, driven me, told me it’s not so bad- it’ll heal nicely, sent flowers, snacks and treats! You guys are the best!!
