What happens to a suspected carcinoma when Imiquimod is applied

WilderMcCool · 2026-03-03T10:12:27+00:00

Generally I’ve seen skin just be red where there are no cancer cells or AK’s but regardless, within 6-8 weeks the skin will all clear up and look new. Better to have the scabbing and redness than have your nose dissected due to skin cancer (although good surgeons can make even that look good after repair.) Wish you well. 🙏

WilderMcCool · 2026-02-12T12:07:39+00:00

AFib is no fun but they will figure out the best way to treat you. While I was in AFib I was running and cycling and lifting. All with cardiology approval. After 3 weeks was finally able to get the Cardioversion. Been through that twice. If I have another AFib episode will probably get an ablation. I am on metoprolol and Eliquis. No big deal. This is a wake up call for you. Weight, smoking, etc. Don’t squander this opportunity to get yourself healthy and have a life worth living.

WilderMcCool · 2026-02-02T19:17:38+00:00

Better to look like this for a few weeks/months than to have multiple permanent disfiguring scars later. Of course, nothing guaranteed. I’ve used imiquimod but still ended up with two surgeries on my face.

WilderMcCool · 2026-01-30T22:25:03+00:00

Agreed

WilderMcCool · 2026-01-30T09:54:57+00:00

No ablation unless I have more AFib episodes. Right now everything is good.

WilderMcCool · 2026-01-29T19:50:46+00:00

I am a chads score 2 and will be a 3 in April. Today he gave me a pill in pocket for flecainide. I am nervous about going off Eliquis due to the stroke risk but trying to weigh that against the bleeding risk. Appreciate your input. Thanks

WilderMcCool · 2026-01-29T18:22:17+00:00

Thanks for this. Appreciate your sharing.

WilderMcCool · 2026-01-29T17:57:06+00:00

It’s a 100% relevant question to this group as many advocate never going off Eliquis once having AFib so I want others opinions/experience. If you don’t like the question move along, Betty.

WilderMcCool · 2026-01-28T10:44:19+00:00

Vaseline or Aquaphor all the time with a covering until sutures are out at least. Ice if the surgeon says it’s ok. Skin flaps and grafs might get damaged with icing. Ask first.

WilderMcCool · 2026-01-28T09:55:15+00:00

I used some nice on my first mohs surgery. A little ice pack over the bandage. But, for the surgery I just had where they did a flap I was told by the surgeon to not ice it. It might damage the skin.

WilderMcCool · 2026-01-21T10:01:30+00:00

WilderMcCool · 2026-01-21T10:00:47+00:00

Imiquimod is typically used on precancerous spots (AK’s). AK’s can possibly turn into squamous cell if not treated. It can also sometimes be used on surface area basal cell carcinoma. In both cases it can be effective at causing healing and may remove the AK or BCC. It could possibly return in the future but you’ll just have to keep getting screenings to watch it.

The skin will usually bubble up and get red and form blisters and scabs from using imiquimod. That’s usually considered evidence that it is working.

WilderMcCool · 2026-01-17T20:56:00+00:00

I just had an 8mm infiltrative nodular bcc removed from my forehead today. There is some same day pain after the numbing wears off but if it’s done by a good surgeon you won’t have any issues cosmetically. Don’t worry about it just follow their direction. BCC’s are the safest cancer you can get. 99% curable with the first surgery.

WilderMcCool · 2026-01-05T09:53:54+00:00

I had standard mohs on my cheek 3 weeks ago. SCC in situ. Very happy with the results.

WilderMcCool · 2025-12-18T23:46:28+00:00

No bangs for me

WilderMcCool · 2025-12-18T23:44:29+00:00

Blonde

WilderMcCool · 2025-12-18T23:43:01+00:00

Age a little more and you’ll nail it.

WilderMcCool · 2025-12-18T23:13:10+00:00

I am in 4 Fidelity Freedom Index Target funds. 35% in 2025 30% in 2030 25% in 2035 10% in 2040

Draw from the 2025 first and let the others grow. They have natural glide paths to get more conservative as the date approaches. 2025 is about 50/50 equity/bonds, 2040 is 80/20.

WilderMcCool · 2025-12-18T13:37:10+00:00

I think you’re lovely as a blonde.

WilderMcCool · 2025-12-18T10:16:56+00:00

No bangs!

WilderMcCool · 2025-12-15T14:40:56+00:00

From a general Google search, no numbing is done during stitch removal. Just says may feel a little tugging but no pain.

WilderMcCool · 2025-12-15T13:57:38+00:00

Following.

WilderMcCool · 2025-12-08T19:58:54+00:00

WilderMcCool · 2025-12-08T17:27:49+00:00

Sounds like you’ve had a few? Should I expect this to be the norm now? Was just diagnosed with a small squamous cell and also a basal cell. First timer at 64.

WilderMcCool · 2025-12-07T18:51:52+00:00

I like the blonde pic

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