post with more photos at blog.patsloan.com/2022/02/what-the-others-dont-tell-you-about-basal-cell-carcinoma-on-your-nose.html
@valprosick8875
2 жыл бұрын
I had it beside my eye Pearly looking see through itching and sore 🇨🇦❤️
@wendykelcey1246
2 жыл бұрын
@@valprosick8875 my husband had one on his lower lid that required the same. His too was pearly white and annoying. Eventually he had the surgery and looked just like Pat did. Wendy 🇨🇦
@cherbrowne1637
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your story. I have chosen a skin graft instead of Mohs because it seems less traumatic. All my very best from the UK. 🤗 x❣️
@PatSloan
2 жыл бұрын
@@cherbrowne1637 happy yout got it checked
@gayperry6563
Жыл бұрын
😊 😊 😊
@Hiker_who_Sews
2 жыл бұрын
Pat, there's no telling how many people you've helped by sharing your experience. What skilled surgeons you had!
@waterbaby7834
2 жыл бұрын
My hubby had that exact surgery on his nose, about fifteen years ago. He had a spot on the side of his nose, that never healed right. It would try to heal then become red again. It progressed to blood on tissues whenever he blew his nose (always from the side that had the sore on the outside) So I finally stopped accepting any more excuses and made an appointment with a dermatologist, for him. He had the surgery within a few days and I went into the room with him. He was awake as they removed several layers. Thdme office had a great set up with a lab/microscope right down the hall. So the surgery went pretty quickly. At one point, there was a hole about the size of a half dollar, on the affected side. It looked pretty bad and I felt faint and had to go to the restroom to shake it off and sit for a while so I didn't pass out. It was pretty shocking. I went back in and smiled, held his hand, and acted like nothing was wrong. The surgeon decided to extend the edges into a triangle so he could hide the scar better. He stitched one end up to the corner of my hubby's eye. The second corner extended across the upper bridge of his nose and down into the fold of the other side. The third corner extended down the side of his nose and was hidden in the other fold (down to where his nose ended). My hubby asked me, if his nose came out permanently disfigured, would I still love him? I told him that I would love him no matter what. Just being able to grow old together is what is most important. When the bandages came off, he did look patched together like Frankenstein. His eyes and nose were very swollen and he had two black eyes. But, after the swelling went away and the scars faded, no one could even tell. The surgeon was incredibly skilled and knew how to hide the lines. My hubby told me that he did have some numbness that lasted about ten years, but he has regained all feeling on his nose as well. Just sharing our experience hoping that it might get someone to go in and get any unusual spots that don't heal right, looked at. Don't wait. No excuses. Do it for you and for those you love.
@sherryhamlin2068
Жыл бұрын
Thank you soooo much! I was diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma about a week ago. I am in the process of attempting to get a radiation therapy ( versus mohs)…. No cutting at all. I had the radiation therapy in my eyebrow area last year and I had 8 treatments….soooo much LESS invasive than mohs!
@DS-mm6fh
Жыл бұрын
Did u say it spread to the inside of his nose ma'am ?
@maryparent9573
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing now I will definitely have my bar filled .
@lorettahenderson8979
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing the pre picture of you cancer…sorry you had to go thru so much…praying that you continue to heal ❤
@baseballmomof8
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the gentle kick in the derrière. I’m getting an appointment this week.
@westhavenor9513
Жыл бұрын
My father had a ton of skin cancer, all 3 types, including melanoma twice. But he stayed on top of it throughout his old age, eventually passing from other natural causes at age 86. I'm glad he didn't ignore the skin legions so that we had the extra 20 years with him! Thank you so much for making this video!
@lillou6509
4 күн бұрын
Hi, I`m from the UK and had mine done 2 days ago on the NHS for free, similar area where yours was but I had 2 along my nose bridge side, I didnt have Mohs... I had breakfast before my procedure, they made me eat then I didnt have to wait around, I went in, sat in a chair, had some stingy injections, nothing horrific, she asked if I could feel a sharp pain, I said no and she started the treatment, it took about one and a half hours and I was sent home, I had dissolvable stiches, its just started swelling but no problems at all, bathing it with salt water, I watched your video before I had mine and you really put me at ease thank you very much.. I am healing nice now, no problems at all.
@susanearl9769
2 жыл бұрын
I applaud you for sharing your experience. I worked in Head and Neck Oncology for most of my working life. While situations may have similarities, everyone’s experience is unique. Never be afraid to ask questions and seek help. Don’t delay. I will be sharing this video far and wide. Cheers Pat.
@franklinstephen3268
2 жыл бұрын
Hello 👋 dear, how are you doing?
@phyllisdippert2216
2 жыл бұрын
Telling your story had to be hard emotionally. Thank you for your bravery!
@suethompson3920
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Pat, like you I had a basal cell on my nose. I too Googled the procedure and was horrified at the images. Wish I had come across this video before my surgery 5 weeks ago but at least you've made me smile with your honest thoughts (my worries & experiences were almost identical to yours) and you have given me some comfort that I won't look like "Frankenstein" forever as it was a shock to see my traumatized flesh. I am preparing to come out of hiding in another few weeks and am relieved to finally have this procedure behind me.
@PatSloan
2 жыл бұрын
It heals quickly Sue!
@rabbitears8665
Жыл бұрын
She had the Mohs procedure. They have a pathologist map the tissue removal as the doctor removes it. They can see with the microscope when the doctor has removed the cancerous tissue and there are clean margins.
@susanjacks9992
2 жыл бұрын
Wish I had had this prior to my own "adventure." My basal was between my upper lip and my left nostril. Having had several cancerous lesions on my face (thanks to being a 70's girl), I wasn't aware of which was most severe. I was three layers down. My scar is only faintly visible (looks like a cleft lip from nostril onto actual lip). Minimal pain post op. Thank you for being a spokesperson for this!! Quilt on, Sister!! ♥️
@leslievanduzee9282
5 ай бұрын
I’m a seventies girl as well, took myself to the dermatologist and told them I think this is basil cell, in the same place yours was. I must say that little pimple turned into a fairly large hike, had to pull skin over and take skin from somewhere else. I had numbness for over a year, there is a scar, but they got the basil cell . Going back now for another ‘pimple.
@janetj3072
2 жыл бұрын
I went to a dermatologist to get a full screening exam after your surgery. So far no issues, but better safe than sorry. Thank you for your openness about all of it.
@miyazakiendo3743
Жыл бұрын
True, I set up an appointment too just to be sure. I’m asian and still I need to know and get checked for my skin
@laurielovett8849
Жыл бұрын
Hi about 15 years ago I had a spot on my nose just about half inch above my left nostril,started to get a bit bigger,was worried thought it was a rodent ulcer ( like a little crater ) as my brother had one on his cheek, that was neglected,he went to his doctor ,who said it was nothing, I had seen it on a friend years back ,and said its a rodent ulcer,go back and tell him that,foolishly he related my message and the doctor wasn't pleased, sent him to St. Luke's cancer hospital who diagnosed it as a rodent ulcer,it was cut out and he got some sort of radiation on it that left a big white spot the size of a big old sixpence. He later was unfortunate enough to develop pancreatic cancer and died from it,often wondered were they connected. Mine was diagnosed as basal cell,( it too looked like a little crater) injected my nose 6 times before it was numb,took a plug out,stitched nose, it healed very well leaving a small indentation. About ,5 years ago it used to get a tiny bit inflamed, last year a minute spot of blood seeped out, I was referred to a specialist, she looked at it, I said could it be taken off? No it would be too painful was the answer, .it remained with a red blood blister on it,inflamed looking. I wasn't a happy chappie, made a cup of strong tea,let it get cold, and bathed it with cold tea night and morning, for a few weeks, soothed it, seems to have disappeared, hope it stays that way.I have what looks like a raised mole or wart at bottom of belly,( near pubic area) got bigger, consulted my doctor twice,says it is a cyst, wont do any harm, and if removed only fills up again, you can feel it about a half inch deep under now shiney topped pale mole or wart I am putting a spot of antibiotic cream on it, as it got rid of a horrible looking spongey wart on the side of the nail on my thumb I had for 3 years ( it had all little black seed like spots on it) my GP had been treating it for years with first a cream then tablets with no success, as she said there was no rhyme or reason that antibiotic cream should get rid of a big spongey ugly wart, I agree with her,but it did. The joys of getting older. but then the alternative isn't much better, Good luck with your nose.let's hope you have no more bother.
@jesspeak7543
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Pat for going through the trauma of re-living and recording your experiences so that others may know more about this insidious disease. You are a most inspiring person indeed.
@franklinstephen3268
2 жыл бұрын
Hello 👋 dear, how are you doing?
@rosaliepingree4198
2 жыл бұрын
Pat, You did an excellent tutorial! You explained everything perfectly! My husband has had several Mohs treatments and possibly more in the future. One thing I'm so glad you mentioned is listen what the surgeon says and not what people tell you. Your face healed very well. God bless. Love all your quilting tutorials. I have learned so much!
@bettybetty5377
2 жыл бұрын
So glad l found your info today, l have a v shape on my nose, l will get to a Dr, right away. thank you..
@Gavi95
2 жыл бұрын
I have had Mohs surgery twice on my face in two different areas! It was completed in the first time, both times! I was lucky! The hardest part is sitting in the room seeing other people who aren’t as lucky! 🇨🇦
@lyndao7356
2 жыл бұрын
Great description. I had this same surgery 5 months ago. They did have to go up into my forehead but essentially I had the same experience that you did. I still have some tenderness umbness at the bridge of my nose and at the point of the original excision but I'm happy with how its healing. With a little makeup most folks don't notice it at all. Thanks for doing this for all the sun tanners of the 70's. Sunscreen, babygirls!! Big hats!!
@imogenethomas1138
2 жыл бұрын
Pat, you are a remarkable woman! It’s so kind of you to share the complete story of your surgery. I’m sure many within your various groups will be helped by this.
@lorece94
2 жыл бұрын
About six years ago, I also had MOHS on the side of my nose, Wish I had someone like you to tell me ahead of time what would happen. It wasn't bad, but it's better to be informed. Thank you!
@georgettecappuccilli6225
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for all this info, the scariest part is not knowing what to expect, once you know the stress is manageable.
@megegert861
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your candid feedback. I too have had mohs done several times on my face. I’ve had two melanomas on my back. You can’t take the sun for granted. I grew up in Hawaii before sun screen (an Irish skinned kid at that) so now I see the dermatologist every six months. You’re beautiful inside and out.
@maryl234
Жыл бұрын
and you prevent a lot with your nutrition as well!
@clarewilkinson7887
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video, Pat. I had Mohs surgery a month ago. Mine was on my nostril and they did a skin graft from by my ear to fill in the hole. You are absolutely right--that needle in the nose HURTS!!!! Your face is healing beautifully. I’m very thankful for all you do for us quilters.
@cherbrowne1637
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Clare. I'm due a skin graft on my Bcc and not looking forward to the needle like you and the many others who endured Mohs I greatly admire Pat for her courage and I'm so grateful for the insights that resulted my best wishes 💕
@lynnecorkum704
2 жыл бұрын
I am in week 3 recovery for the same surgery. We are fortunate to have a Moh's Clinic in our city...only 1 Dr. does it. I had an increasing larger spot/scab on my nose for near 10 years before removal. They took a skin graft from in front on my ear which is also healing nicely. It was an resounding success and I am so happy to have it done. My process was the same as yours.
@Fpulice11
2 жыл бұрын
I work for a dermatologist and we do not do Mohs surgery in our office. But we do refer patients to have it done. It’s very common and seems to be a fairly uncomplicated procedure. Thank you so much for sharing this information. You certainly could help someone to get checked quickly instead of waiting. So thankful it was not Melanoma! 🥰
@VeganLife-mn1jp
Жыл бұрын
A lesion on my dad’s ear was just diagnosed as melanoma. Everything I’ve read says that melanoma is the worst to have. They don’t think it has spread (yet?) but it’s very worrisome.
@susannebrannan6624
Жыл бұрын
😊❤
@becky5603
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for doing this video. It is so important to be observant and be checked if you have anything suspicious. Fortunately, I’m pretty observant. I had basil cell in 2013. It started out as a pore on my nose that had a little drop of blood coming out of it. I thought, “That’s weird”, but I just kept an eye on it. It healed up, so I didn’t think any thing of it till a year later when it bled again and I noticed it had a ridge around it and looked like a small crater. I went to my dermatologist, but it had healed by the time he could get me in the office. It was so tiny he thought it was just a clogged pore and wanted to “wait and see what happens.” I did not! I showed him an internet picture of what it looked like when it was active. So he went ahead and did a biopsy and it came back positive. It was basil cell. When I had the MOHS surgery, they thought it was so tiny that it would only take one cut to get it out, but it had the tendrils and it took two cuts to get it all out. If I had done the “wait and see”, I probably would have had a lot more cut out of my nose. So, thanks again for sharing.
@lorireckler3345
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Pat. I am a fair skinned Scottish/Irish girl and I lost my mother to melanoma. Now I am always checking this spot and that mole. This was very helpful!!
@franklinstephen3268
2 жыл бұрын
Hello 👋 dear, how are you doing?
@patmastel2056
2 жыл бұрын
It had to be frightening at the time. I’m very glad things turned out well for you. You are very thoughtful to share this with so many people. Goodness knows how many people you have helped! We all thank you for your generosity!
@karlabergwalker3332
2 жыл бұрын
Pat Sloan: Quilter extraordinaire, patient extraordinaire, and health educator extraordinaire! Wonderful how you so willingly share your story so that others can benefit and learn from your experiences. I continue to be in awe of you, your talents, and your willingness to share. We love you, too!
@PatSloan
2 жыл бұрын
You are so kind 💕
@lisareed5669
2 жыл бұрын
AGREE
@kathychester517
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your story, Pat! I’m sorry you had to go through the ordeal, but am so thankful that since you did, you shared very openly what all it involved. So many of us, me included, probably would never think about sharing our experiences of something like that. But so many of us face this kind of thing, and have nowhere to turn to find out the answers to our questions. You are a brave lady, and you look amazing! GOD bless you as you continue to heal!
@franklinstephen3268
2 жыл бұрын
Hi 👋 Kathy, how are you doing?
@sandykalmeyer9523
2 жыл бұрын
What a wonderful thing for you to do, Pat! I think we all have googled things and found horror stories so having someone talk about their own experience is great. Thank you!
@effortlesszone
2 жыл бұрын
This is super, Pat. My surgery occurred between lip and nose, and in order to get a smooth result when they stitched me back together they needed to make an incision that was quite a bit longer than one would think--and that went inside my mouth (across the lip). What I appreciate about your presentation is that the doctors do this *all* *the* *time,* and there were a number of points at which I didn't know what to expect. Having the overview would have been lovely, and I'm so glad you've provided it for those who follow us.
@mt7427
2 жыл бұрын
Mine was through my upper lip to my nose, it looks like I had cleft lip surgery. 😢 it still has a lump in the incision. I had Mohs done 3 times in same spot.
@valmartinez-west9725
2 жыл бұрын
My 35 year old son has had several sunburned lips in his years growing up. He is also in the Navy and has worked for years on flight decks on carrier ships. Not keeping lip goop with sunscreen on his lips all these years has caused him issues. He had a sore that didn’t heal on his lip and in the biopsy of it he was diagnosed with Basel cell carcinoma. He had surgery last week on his lip to remove the area of skin. I am hoping that it all got removed. He is too young to have cancer….
@maryl234
Жыл бұрын
any age can get cancer.
@SandraSallin
2 жыл бұрын
Hi there, I can relate. I just had the same surgery on my ear. Mine was a very aggressive basal cell cancer. You’ve inspired me to tell the whole story on my KZitem channel. The more information the better. You’re healing beautifully. Well done. 👍
@PatSloan
2 жыл бұрын
that is wonderful you share Sandra!
@natureluvr_d7186
Жыл бұрын
My Mother had the same as you Sandra. I kept telling her to go because it was growing and looked like a horn sticking out of the top of her ear! She finally went and she lost the tip of her ear. They asked if she wanted plastic surgery and she said no because she was in her 80's. Probably wouldn't have lost such a large amount of ear tip if she wouldn't be so stubborn about going! She just turned 90 and announced she's not going to doctors anymore. I may need to cuff her in the future! Caring for the elderly is not an easy thing.
@ginnyandersen8527
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Pat! I am so impressed with your candidness and bravery in sharing your journey with Basal Cell. I have shared your story and links to your videos to more than one of my friends who are heading toward having Mohs surgery done. It is becoming so common and your videos are such an inspiration!
@clodiamandes7153
Жыл бұрын
Thank God you posted all this information! I'm going to my first oncologist app this Jan2023 and I feel very frightened. Your experience helps a lot but it is a scary thing to go through. Thank you again for taking the time ❤❤
@evelynfrench804
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Pat. My husband had Mohs surgery by Dr. Mohs himself. I know that many will appreciate your sharing your experience. I had surgery in 2021 after delaying it from Covid. We are going through such a stressful time. God bless you, and I pray that these times will quickly end. ❤️
@PatSloan
2 жыл бұрын
How wonderful he had Dr. MOHS!
@claudiotova6163
10 ай бұрын
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frederic_E._Mohs Dr Mohs died in 2002.
@RobertaKC1
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your transparency regarding this process. I have the same cancer, for the same period of time, it looked the same size but on the top of my nose rather than the side, and the red, sometimes bleeding spot would come and go. I was shocked when I saw the reconstruction photos thinking it was such a tiny area but also glad to know ahead of time what I could expect. Your video illuminated me further. I'm not thrilled about having to go through this and wish I knew now how extensive the cancer is so I can be psycologically prepared but can only pray those tentacles don't go deep and hope for the best. My surgery is on 3/13/22 should anyone wish to pray for me. Thank you again.
@deloreslomonaco570
Жыл бұрын
Prayers for you.
@RobertaKC1
Жыл бұрын
@@deloreslomonaco570 Thank you Delores
@timmccarthy3034
Жыл бұрын
so how did the surgery and recovering process go... how is it now, March 2023....? I am due to get it done, for the same thing, same place...the top of my nose., just below the bridge....
@rebeccasewing
2 жыл бұрын
Kudos to you, Pat, for sharing your experience. Your nose is looking so much better and the reconstruction looks like it was done by a very talented surgeon.
@cecile-p
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your story with such honesty ! 3 years ago, I had the same problem on the border of my lower eyelid, and this location made things complicated. I didn't find such honest information, and it was scary ! I'm french, and the dark side of not having to pay for healthcare is that, in some hospitals, the doctors consider you don't need to know what will happen to you and refuse to answer your questions. That's what happened to me, and I refused the surgery for that reason. I couldn't know what would happen to my eye ! In the end, I had a new surgeon, and she agreed to take the time to explain everything. I had two surgeries, and I'm fine now. I didn't take any photos, I looked as if a tiger scratched my eyes. But I still regret the lack of honesty from some doctors. I think they don't understand how important it is to be well informed, and maybe even more when it's about the face or the eyes. On another topic, I really like your channel. Sewing is a passion to me too, and you make really good videos, thanks !
@bobbinwinder9706
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Pat. You look like you are healing really well. My daughter had the same thing a few years ago. She had a great plastic surgeon. It does look a little gruesome at first, but now her scar is barely visible. Glad you’re doing so well!….Pat
@marthahighland8391
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Pat for always being honest about things that have happened to you - your broken wrists and your cancer. You explain things that take the fear out of what others might be facing similar to your situation. You are always willing to show your life as it is- It shows everyone that we need to just be ourselves and not show a pretend perfect life. This video will help so many people. You are a great quilter and teacher but your greatest trait is your kind and honest way of making everyone comfortable in being themselves and not having to fear health issues- that they can work through health issues and have a positive attitude. I don’t know if you realize your special talent in creating such a kind and caring community. 🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷
@mariedillon1403
2 жыл бұрын
As they say here in Ireland, you certainly have been through the wars these last few years.Happy to know you're healing well and how helpful must your video be to others going through ''tis operation ❤️💐💐💐
@polkcellar
Жыл бұрын
I've had two melanoma surgeries in different areas on my body. Since then I am very conscious of every skin change and I see my dermatologist every three months. I just had a basal cell surgery on my forehead on a scaly spot that was frozen off but returned. I credit my dermatologist with saving my life in 2012. She insisted that I get a scan on a tender lump by my jaw that both my dentist and md had opted to "watch" for 6 months till my next visit. That scan resulted in finding a salivary tumor that was cancerous and was followed by a lengthy surgery and six weeks of radiation. Much of my cancer history could have been avoided had I used sun block and avoided lengthy sun exposures way back when trying to get that golden tan! Best regards🌞
@faithsmith7431
2 жыл бұрын
Pat, you did a wonderful service with this video. We fear something that is uncertain. With this video, I know, you will save a life or many lives. As always, you have broken your surgery in a way that makes it much less scary. You ROCK!
@SuzieT1947
2 жыл бұрын
I had the same surgery last February. The doctor took skin from in front of my ear to graft onto the divot that was left on my nose. I think that hurt and caused more problems than the actual site of the cancer. It truly wasn't a difficult surgery. Like you, I now am a user of sun screen and always wear a hat while outside.
@franklinstephen3268
2 жыл бұрын
Hi 👋 Carolyn, how are you doing?
@nullmcgrooder70
2 жыл бұрын
My husband went and got his spots checked out after he was listening to one of your prior videos from post surgery a few months ago. He recently got to the surgery part and has not had the stitches out yet. Thank you for this more specific discussion of basil cell carcinoma. I'm hoping there are others that go get checked out. My husband's was on his collarbone and he was surprised at the length of the scar. But most importantly he went and had it done. He had a full body skin check and will mow go every year. So, thank you Pat for getting him off the couch and into the doctor.
@PatSloan
2 жыл бұрын
That is wonderful he got it!
@lindaperry3744
2 жыл бұрын
I have had mob’s surgery 3 times and think if it comes again my nose will be gone and yes I’ve had skin taken from different ares to cover my skins hole. I was black an blue all over my side of face it was awful my skin on my nose is so thin that if I barely touch it will bleed but I have to live with it so I’ll quit complaining
@Oobservatory_X
2 жыл бұрын
How's the report
@nedracrouse8125
Жыл бұрын
Great info. Loved that you shared your story. I've had Mohs Surgery on my head many years ago and was very successful and exactly as you described. Tomorrow I have an appt and as always, anxious.
@luemoonba
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this information. I have no one to talk to about this. I don't want to bother anyone. Mine is right at the tip of my nose. I will be so glad to get this done and over with. Thank you again.
@SandySowell
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Pat! You are a Wonderful Person ! You have shared your experience and helped thousands of people with your sweet explanations, not only with this type of surgery but with all types of procedures. The “not knowing what to expect” is the scariest! Our imaginations run wild. Love all your quilting videos and have missed seeing you as much as before. Your quiet ,fun & reassuring way has helped me get back to sewing & quilting after 15-20 years. 💖🥰
@judywyatt4790
2 жыл бұрын
I had a Mohs on my nose and this was honest and helpful. Mine was done several years ago and I had to have four or five cut downs before they got all the edges but it healed very well and I liked my Doctor and team. It is hardly visible now. Thanks for sharing.
@fimuseum
2 жыл бұрын
How kind of you to share your experience with everyone.
@quiltingpantographs6690
2 жыл бұрын
Love to you Pat. Cancer land is a scary place to be, I'm so grateful to warriors like you who help others through their journey. I don't know what I would have done without my online groups of people who helped me as we walked the path together, holding each other up.
@kathrynbruton9065
2 жыл бұрын
So happy to hear about your experience with skin cancer. I hope this helps others. I have had 2 squamous cell cancers on nose left and right side. The last 2 years I have had 2 spots, a rare form of cancer on my nose, it is of the oil glands. Any time you have a spot you should have it checked. Thank you for all you do!😘
@tracyp9512
2 жыл бұрын
My husband, who has worked outside for 40 years, went through the pre cancer treatment cream twice on his arms and face. He wasn't as red as yours but it was so scary. He goes to dermatologist every 6-8 months. I want to thank you for sharing your experience. I'll be sure to have him watch
@debraburger3272
2 жыл бұрын
So appreciate you sharing your experience. My husband has had several Mohs surgeries, the worst of which was his upper lip. They took 37 shots and four layers to get all of his cancer. He has a scar from his nostril down into his lip which the surgeon wanted to repair. After the trauma of it all, he opted out. No one expected such an extensive surgery so he wasn’t prepared for it. Thank you for covering this overlooked topic.
@jeannesnodgrass8073
2 жыл бұрын
I had one that on the surface was no larger that a pin head but required 5 rounds. At the end the doctor was wondering how to close up my cheek. He wanted to do more cutting to make it look nice but I wanted out of there! I know just how your husband felt!💕
@susanjacks9992
2 жыл бұрын
My Mom's was in the same position as your husband's, but only took three levels. I must admit resulting scar looks much like a cleft lip scar, but in the several years since it was done, it has lightened up dramatically. These procedures aren't for the faint-hearted!!
@susanjacks9992
2 жыл бұрын
Should have read Moh's not Mom's.
@maryskoskie4257
2 жыл бұрын
Pat, thank you so much for sharing your story. I had no idea that this was even possible until going through the same procedure. My first surgery was two weeks ago and going for the repair surgery next week. I too described myself as the Bride of Frankenstein. 😳 It is a scary process but seeing your video, I’m much calmer knowing that I’m not alone in this. You’re right, this all starts from sun exposure as kids…and those teen years of baby oil and iodine to tan! You’ve done a great service by sharing your experience and before and after pics. Blessings as you continue to heal. You’re an inspiration to me as I continue with my Mohs journey.
@paulohlsson27
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Mary, how's your day going with you?
@viviajohnson696
2 жыл бұрын
This is why I love you! Such a real person. You're such an inspiration. As a nurse. I can say. we appreciate people like you to help educate others. Thank you so much.
@wandawoodrell1414
11 ай бұрын
Pat, i only just saw this particular video.( i don't know how i even missed one at all); but i just want to give you two thumbs up applause for being so open about all that actually happened when this occured. No telling how many people you may have helped. Thank you for sharing.
@PatSloan
11 ай бұрын
thank you! i filmed this almost 2 yrs ago then had many many follow up videos with my frankenstein face
@kathydeel4780
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Pat, you are brave to go in front of thousands of people with such a personal experience and with photos. If you help educate and help one person with your experience it will be worth it. Thank you for sharing your story. ❤❤❤
@Revfar10
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Pat . I had the Mohs surgery and mine had actually gotten into the cartilage in my nose; I had the Forehead Flap surgery, with cartilage taken from my ear to reconstruct. Your story is so wonderful. So happy you are doing well, even after the broken bones! Boy what a time you had !! Everyone needs to be vigilant about their skin.
@kathleenking47
Жыл бұрын
5:43 It's a reason, why, i can't see women piercing nostrils 👃
@beverlyjames2850
2 жыл бұрын
You are so brave to publicly tell of your experience. I just had a similar process done on my nose with much trepidation. You are encouraging others who need this to not delay. You are one grand lady! I called myself the Bride of Frankenstein, too!
@bethrussell4609
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Pat for sharing with us your experience. I have had two surgeries for the same thing and heading back for another on in April all on my face! I can’t stress enough that everyone should be wearing 50+ sunscreen every day rain or shine! ❤️
@patrickmckinley9937
2 жыл бұрын
Hi 👋 Beth, how are you doing?
@karenhaney3897
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, for being so honest and vulnerable about your experience! I appreciate knowing this, because I have something at the base of my nostril that is worrisome. Seeing the dermatologist in two days. The timing of me seeing this is so wonderful!! Thank you, Pat! ❤️❤️
@wendyshill2
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Pat. My husband had probably had 100 basal cell carcinomas frozen or cut off…he had a stand appointment every 3 months for years. He also had a few squamous cell c’s removed. Had one melanoma removed from his ear. But he also had Moh’s microsurgeries about 10 times, always on his nose, as you did, and he usually had 3-4 callbacks each time. Fortunately his Moh’s surgeon also performed the nose reconstruction surgery the same day. Glad you’re better!
@TiffanysQuiltingLife
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Pat 👋 Thanks for this. I had a basil cell carcinoma in late 2020 removed under my eye at the side of my nose. I knew something was wrong with mine cause it got so very itchy and I found myself always rubbing it till it would get very red. It darkened over about 1 year. So in 2020 it was removed. I had 2 stitches. It healed pretty quick. I'm very glad I took care of it in the first year that I noticed it was weird and odd shaped. Glad you posted this so others will know to keep an eye on their skin 😊 Thanks 😊
@laurenk1853
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! Just had a basal cell removed from the tip of my nose and it’s so comforting to see how well you healed!
@chrislittebrant5235
2 жыл бұрын
You will help so many people with this video, Pat. You’re a very special person for sharing ❤️❤️❤️
@carriecameron246
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Pat for sharing this video. I have had one cancer spot removed very close to my nose and yes that needle hurts. Worse than anything else I have ever felt. I am going back for my 3rd annual check up this April and have 2 more spots of concern. You have helped me to be more calm about this. Bless your heart.❤️
@susierosefinlay
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Miss Pat for sharing your story. My Sweetheart and me have gone 4 years of his cancer treatments. It started with BC by his left eye. If he had waited another year he would have lost his eye. The year 2019 was all about his bowel cancer and resection. 2020 was recovery. And Nov 2021 he had a melanoma removed from the back of his head. As a master electrician, he worked at the Nevada Test Site for 2 years. He was "protected" from the radiation by a strip of yellow caution tape. Not funny. Be aware of your surroundings where you work. Are you in a cancer causing situation? Check your moles.
@franklinstephen3268
2 жыл бұрын
Hi 👋 Susie, how are you doing?
@flautalee3090
Жыл бұрын
So sorry you had to go through all of this, but when these sort of things come up, we just need to deal with it, don’t we? I hope that your guy is in remission from everything.❤
@anncantlin9710
Жыл бұрын
I am so sorry to hear your experience. I to had the same thing. My son is a doctor so I am very lucky. I had a mosh treatment and one little surgery. He knew what to do immediately.
@KathleenQuilter
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your experience. I've had several removed with scoop and cauterizing then I had MOHs surgery on my arm. I had no idea why until you had your surgery. A light bulb went off! My sister had MOHS surgery on the area just in front of her ear. It heals so nicely. It takes a long time to heal, for sure.
@franklinstephen3268
2 жыл бұрын
Hello 👋 dear, how are you doing?
@TreebeardsHome
2 жыл бұрын
Just shared this with my mom after seeing a pin-sized sore on her nose. Your experience educated me months ago & it stayed with me. I never would have thought cancer before hearing your story. I told her you had a similar pin-sized spot & shared your video. She will be seeing a Dr soon. We will find out. Thank you for sharing your experience. If anything happens with my mom, I know it was found because of you Pat. You educated all of your viewers. Your story has & will stay with me. I now know to check for spots, even tiny pin-pricks, & also to wear sunscreen more, like when just running errands. If my mom’s spot is nothing, that’s great news. But, if it’s precancerous, or Basal cell, or something else, you are the reason my mom is getting it checked. Thank you! I’m a daily viewer of your channel. I love watching your morning videos, but I feel this is one of your most important videos because you could be the reason someone (or many someones) gets checked for skin cancer & gets it treated. Have you & Greg have a wonderful day. Blessed be.
@PatSloan
2 жыл бұрын
thank you!! I'll be thinking of your mom!
@gusgambatese6759
8 ай бұрын
Look into Gentle Care radiation therapy. No cutting.
@gidgetseger8252
2 жыл бұрын
Pat this is what I needed to hear I have it on my hair line had the biopsy a month ago and was diagnosed with Basal cell carcinoma I have an appointment In late march with a surgeon wish me luck I have learned a lot Thankyou xoxo
@bettyturley6735
2 жыл бұрын
Yes I had it a year ago. I didn’t think the surgery would be that bad. It has healed very well.
@carmenmontmarquet2066
2 жыл бұрын
Thank You Pat, this was very informative! This could happen to anyone and being able to hear from someone that went thru this is very helpful!
@cabushka100
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing! I had Mohs on my forehead several years ago. For the past 6 months I’ve has a recurring red sore on my nose under the nosepiece of my glasses. It looks exactly like your picture. I will get it checked out asap!
@PatSloan
2 жыл бұрын
Good to get it checked!
@franklinstephen3268
2 жыл бұрын
Hello 👋 dear, how are you doing?
@cekfraun
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Pat, and God bless you for sharing all of this information about your experience with us. As you said, I'm sure there are many people who might have a spot on their face or their nose that they are thinking they should get checked out, but are afraid and don't know what to expect. And I am one of them! 🙂 This video has been very helpful. Kudos to you for being so brave! ❤
@bethkoos578
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your experience. As a recently retired RN I appreciate this so much. I am all about patient education and I am sure that you are reaching an audience of people who would not know to be aware of a small spot on their nose.
@bettiefrisby9844
2 жыл бұрын
Pat, I don't have this problem & don't currently know anyone that does, but your explanation will certainly make the process easier for anyone that does. I think the scariest part of any procedure is the not knowing what to expect. If I am forewarned, I am so much calmer & able to deal with the situation. Thank you for sharing from the very beginning of your ordeal. You have been in my prayers for a quick recovery & I am amazed at your resilience. God bless you!
@silverpromidi
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your journey Pat. Much appreciated. Heal well.
@franklinstephen3268
2 жыл бұрын
Hello 👋 dear, how are you doing?
@sarahguidry9802
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks to you Pat I went to the Dermatologist 2 weeks ago to have a spot on my nose checked. Thankfully he found nothing. I wouldn't have gone if it weren't for you. Thanks!
@paulohlsson27
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Sarah, how's your day going with you?
@paulohlsson27
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the thumbs up, how are you spending your spare time?
@sarahguidry9802
2 жыл бұрын
@@paulohlsson27 Thanks for asking. My husband and I are enjoying freshwater fishing this summer. We catch and release .
@sherryfaires7931
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Pat! I do think you have healed great! I saw those letters, MOHS, at my dermatologist’s office a couple of weeks ago. I feel like I will have that in my future. I have had some freezing, etc. One of my uncles had the flap from his forehead brought down to cover a hole in his nose. That was at least 30 years ago. I had not heard of it since then. Thanks again for enlightening us!
@karenkincaid176
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you SO much for sharing this! I went with my father-in-law as he had this done a couple of years ago. I am almost sure I will be going through the same kind of surgery at some point, too. You have alleviated many of my fears and gave me some very good tips. You look great, by the way!
@nancyneely4131
2 жыл бұрын
Pat, thank you so much! It’s always good to hear it from someone who has experienced it. BTW, that red and white quilt behind you is stunning! The border fabric especially is lovely. Best wishes for continued healing.
@roseprocopio9526
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Pat. I have been a fan of yours for a very long time. You have had a rough few years but you have managed to keep your sense of humour throughout. God bless you…you are a real inspiration💖
@feliciaweatherspoon2303
10 ай бұрын
Ms. Pat, thank you, for sharing, with us!! I will be paying more attention!! Thank God, you are doing better!! I have had a bump, on my nose, but didn’t think much about it!! We are experienced, something!! God bless you!! 🙏🏾
@cr2884
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your experience. I am an RN who worked in the OR. We don’t always have a perspective on what follows surgery. I tried to learn and educate myself as much as I could on post op. Let me tell you, get down on your knees and thank God. Only 2 layers… so many times we have to go double digit. Sad but true. I’m glad you knew something was wrong and were your best advocate. That’s probably number one on importance in our medical journey.
@joanndeisenroth9031
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for story. You explain it all very well. I am thankful that you had a good plastic surgeon. My husband also had surgery for Basel Cell Carcinoma on his leg under his knee. As we age a lot more of these will develop. Thanks to your good doctors. I bet it was very scary for you. So brave of you to share your story.
@franklinstephen3268
2 жыл бұрын
Hello 👋 dear, how are you doing?
@rethamoore4282
2 жыл бұрын
Pat , I'm so glad you took time out to tell us about your scary experience. You explained so much to us and that helps us all feel more comfortable with our own experiences. I could tell by some of your tutorials that you had undergone something quiet scary. To see how good you look today is amazing . To know how far science has come that it can take so much from us and yet put so much back is truly a miracle. I would never have known just how dramatic an experience you had. You were able to fool us all into thinking it wasn't that bad. Wow! I'm so thankful you had amazing doctors that took great care of you . You are so beautiful and so loved by all of us . Thankful that our Heavenly Father healed you and blessed us with your friendship. ❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏
@PatSloan
2 жыл бұрын
It was major surgery, I'm thankful to be able share what I went through and hope that it comforts some other people and let them know they'll make it through
@colleenandjackmundstock4278
Жыл бұрын
I just got my result of two biopsies… my nose bridge and near my eye ( called medial canthus) and both are basil cell. Thanks for sharing your story as I am feeling this may not be an easy procedure. You healed beautifully which is encouraging. You were right about the biopsy part with the needle to numb me….. it hurt bad but it was over quickly.
@brendaolavarrieta109
Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for posting about your experience. I am going to my dermatologist next week for a spot on my nose, so your experience helped me a lot....not sure exactly what it will be, since mine doesn't disappear completely . Thanks for your comments.
@jackiefitzgerald6995
10 ай бұрын
Thank you for all this information. Helping us to be aware and taking the fear away.
@margm4
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Pat. My husband and my sister have so many. Living in the Skincancer capital of the world, the State of Queensland, it was inevitable, especially the ageing population. Both have developed into melanomas and or Squamus cancer cells. The process using epiderm is scary stuff. Thanks you’ve healed remarkably well. As have your wrists. Thank goodness you’re ok now. 🙏💕🇦🇺
@nancyomond3996
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Pat for sharing your experience. I had my surgery in Nov 2019 and they took skin from behind my ear to cover my hole on the right side of my nose. My nose did not hurt but it was the stitches behind my ear that was painful. You are right about the sounds you hear. It took awhile to get that scraping sound out of my head!
@patrickmckinley9937
2 жыл бұрын
Hi 👋 Nancy, how are you doing?
@virginiaturner7836
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your story and helping others to prevent or recognize that this can happen to anyone.
@lynneseta
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video. My grandmother went through this in the late 60's and her plastic surgery was not a great success, but they did get all the cancer. Hearing what the procedures are today is very reassuring in the event I or any of my family has to go through it in the future.
@maddtt1
2 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad that you’re healing is going well. That was a very informative video. Thank you.
@jeanfeeley2802
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for your wonderful explanations of the whole progression of pre/post diagnosis to pre/post surgery. Your pictures were extremely helpful to us and quite honestly I did not realize all that was involved so I appreciate your recitation. I have admired you for years for your cheerful honesty and quilting expertise. When you injured both of your wrists I was constantly amazed how well you carried on, only to be hit with the basal cell diagnosis. Thanks again for "you just being you!" Here's hoping the rest of your year/life is uneventful! Happy Quilting!
@susandunne-lederhaas176
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this Pat.. I had MOHS surgery for a rare, very aggressive Squamous Cell Carcinoma 2 years ago..and chose to have Radiation Therapy ..The lesion was over my left eyebrow and near to my eye..Radiation was every day for 30 days, fortunately we live 2 1/2 miles from the hospital..It was very scary..a little lentil pea size lesion with a resulting 2 1/2 inch scar!!
@puritanjohnson8561
2 жыл бұрын
Wow thank you! I am awaiting biopsy results. This is perfect for me and highly appreciated.
@mrslesalee
2 жыл бұрын
Blessings to you Pat. I’ve had melanoma and Basel cell. My brother died from melanoma. I’m so pleased that your ordeal has beautiful results. Your explanation is phenomenal. I’m sure your explanation will help a lot of people. I call the clear, All boarders clear! I always ask is it all boaters clear? Blessings to you. ❤️❤️❤️
@lisareed5669
2 жыл бұрын
You're my hero. I had lymphoma recently and it has up-ended my life--at least it didn't *take* it. I started out with a great attitude, but now I have a lot of major depression. Cancer's gone, but I am waiting for follow-up CT, and I feel like I am in two worlds and it's scary. My husband had several Moh's surgeries, nothing like you had. I wish he was still here so I could be more compassionate toward him. He just told me it was nothing. (He died in the hospital of a fall, not related.) You have told your story so exceedingly well. Thank you.
@lisareed5669
2 жыл бұрын
By the way, you have a beautiful face.
@timmccarthy3034
Жыл бұрын
I want to suggest, looking online at ways naturally, to make it less likely for the cancer to ever come back again....A diet free of sugar ( including fruit juice, honey etc..."all sugar"...(as cancer seems to thrive on sugar, and also, "glutamine "...it uses glutamine as "fuel.".....)...and avoid all highly processed, ultra refined pre packaged" foods," ..... also, getting plenty of fiber, into the intestinal tract.... and also, getting into juicing fresh veggies, carrots, beets, cucumber, celery etc.... etc........AND wheat grass juice....a shot glass full of the wheat grass jiuce 3...4..times a week ......and drink green tea, instead of coffee.......
@Janet-bf1dt
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Pat for sharing your experience. My dad had basis cell carcinoma also and had a couple surgeries. I was young and it wasn't anything that was really explained or talked about in detail. He was just a strong believer in wearing a wide brim hat and covering up while outdoors in the sun. Being much older, I understand his concern and the lesson he was trying to teach. I appreciate you sharing your experience and what you learnt along the way. I have vitiligo and can burn very easily so I use a strong sunscreen. I thinkn I will look into the hats you mentioned for an additional layer of protection. You are a strong and amazing woman ❤
@heatherwoods1233
Жыл бұрын
I'm 43 and getting ready for the same procedure. Mine is right next to my bottom eye lid on the left side of my nose. And the little tendrils have grown into my sinuses. I'm seeing a plastic surgeon to have the MOHS procedure but I have to come back the next day to have surgery eith an eye specialist to repair a ligament that theyre 80% sure they'll injure during MOHS. but my 1st experience with carcinoma was at 32, I had a small spot in my back at the bra line. I got that removed almost as soon as it popped up because it hurt to wear a bra and I'm a 38DD so not wearing one is not an option. But that was a 150 dollar visit, it took like 30 seconds to cut out. I should have gone sooner but I had no insurance and a house full of boys to raise so I ignored it was linger than I should have. Your video makes me feel much better, thank you.
@holliegrantham5918
Жыл бұрын
Telling your experience is such a gift to us. Thank you for sharing! I just finished the Efudex treatment and I’m praying I’m avoiding progressing to needing surgery. You are a gem for taking the time to inform us!
@gwouellette
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this. Great explanation! Good advice…listen to the Dr. My husband had a plastic surgeon do his surgery as well and it was probably 30 years ago. Day surgery as well, and they said it had really spread into the cheek so they removed close to 1/3 of the cheek tissue and pulled from the cheek for filling the gap. Profuse bleeding had me stopping at a hospital to have dressings changed about 2 hours into the return trip home. I was horrified to see all the cuts. I thought..a plastic surgeon made this mess! But once again, the Surgeon knew way more than me…all those incisions were on natural creases that would eventually heal and leave almost no scarring. I wish we had known this going into the procedure. It would have been very helpful. Thank you again for a very informative talk. Be safe, heal well.
@carolgerard4132
2 жыл бұрын
As someone who has had two melanoma surgeries, I can relate - although one of mine was on my thigh and one on my forearm, so no face involvement. I have been told by the specialist to expect more of these. I had genetic testing for a melanoma gene, which I do not have, thankfully - just a history of repeated sunburns starting in toddlerhood. If we knew then what we know now... Thank you for sharing your story - people need to conquer their fear and get their skin checked regularly! My father and my younger sister also had melanomas, so I have a strong family history. I am religious about my dermatology appointments. I don't care about the "shark bite" scars (this surgery involves large elliptical pieces of skin being removed so that the scar resembles a shark bite) - I'm still alive and healthy and quilting because the melanomas were caught early.
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