How long does it take for skin to heal after excision?

Most wounds take 1 to 3 weeks to heal. If you had laser surgery, your skin may change colour and then slowly return to its normal colour. You may need only a bandage, or you may need stitches.

What is curettage of skin?

A curettage and electrodesiccation, also known as a curettage and desiccation, is a skin cancer treatment used to remove basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas. During the procedure, your doctor will scrape the affected skin surface with a curette (a spoon-shaped instrument).

How long does Electrodesiccation take to heal?

A wound from Electrodesiccation and Curettage (ED&C) typically takes 2-3 weeks to heal. If the treatment is performed on the lower extremities, the wound can take 2-3 months to fully heal. ED&C may be performed more than once if additional cancerous cells present themselves in the same area.

Is Vaseline good for wounds?

To help the injured skin heal, use petroleum jelly to keep the wound moist. Petroleum jelly prevents the wound from drying out and forming a scab; wounds with scabs take longer to heal. This will also help prevent a scar from getting too large, deep or itchy.

How long does cauterized skin take to heal?

Healing usually takes place within two to four weeks. It may take longer if a large area of tissue has been treated.

How do you take care of cauterized skin?

Treat the area as though it were a burn:

  1. Keep the wound and dressing completely dry for 48 hours.
  2. After 48 hours you may remove the dressing and wash the area with soap and water gently but do not soak in a bath.
  3. Do not use a strong shower jet directly to the area.
  4. After wetting pat dry – do not rub.

How do you care for a curettage and Electrodesiccation?

Care Instructions:

  1. Wash your hands with soap and water before changing your dressing.
  2. Remove the old dressing, and wash the site with warm water and soap.
  3. Do not scrub the site.
  4. Pat the area dry with gauze or a tissue (does not have to be sterile)
  5. Cover the area with a thick ointment such as Vaseline or Aquaphor.

What should I do after Electrodessication?

Gently wash the area with a wash cloth or gauze once a day. Let the area dry. – Apply Vaseline® or Aquaphor® to the area once or twice a day (it is important to keep the wound moist). Cover the wound with a piece of gauze and tape.

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