How is Mohs Surgery performed?
How to Prepare for Mohs Surgery
After Mohs Surgery
Healing and wound care will be explained in depth to you following Mohs surgery. In general, wounds tend to heal better when covered with ointment and a bandage. We usually recommend the use of plain Vaseline or Aquaphor as a covering ointment to be applied 1-2 times per day.
It is common to experience mild pain for several days following the Mohs surgery procedure. Usually over-the-counter extra strength Tylenol (acetaminophen) taken at recommended doses is enough to relieve the pain. If you are still having pain, please contact Dr. Shapiro on his cellular phone so he can evaluate your symptoms.
It is also common to feel fatigue for one to two days following Mohs surgery and most people elect to rest and not work during this time.
Look for signs of infection including tenderness, warmth, fever, and pus at the wound site. If you notice these or other signs, please contact our office immediately.
It is important to make an appointment and see your referring dermatologist or physician for a complete skin check 3-6 months after completion of the Mohs surgery, or earlier. Regular skin surveillance is critical for early detection and prevention of skin cancer.