Of all the places on the body for skin cancer to occur, the eyelid is one of the most common. However, these cancers are missed at times because they can be confused with simple inflammation or styes. When a skin cancer is diagnosed on the eyelid, proper management is necessary to ensure the health of the eye itself. Dr. Prasad has extensive experience in aesthetic eyelid reconstruction and can discuss the best options with you. It is important is to detect these cancers early. The earlier the detection, the less extensive the reconstruction.
This 70 year old suffered from chronic irritation under his left eye which he believed to be a slow healing sty. Biopsy results revealed a basal cell carcinoma. Proper reconstruction involved a delicate
technique in order to maintain normal function of the lower eyelid.
This 78 year old man thought that this bump was a chalazion, similar to a pimple in the eyelid. Biopsy revealed skin cancer and it was successfully removed.
It is very common to mistake these bumps
and irritations as being allergy related or styes. If any of these bumps or irritations persists or seems to follow an unusual course, it is important to seek medical attention