Follow-up
The number of times you will need to return to the hospital for check-ups will depend on the site and type of tumour you had, and the kind of treatment you have been given.

Once treatment is complete, some patients are discharged to the care of their GP, others may be seen at an outpatient clinic for a last check, and some patients need ongoing monitoring. The need for and frequency of monitoring will be discussed with you. You will be given advice and written information on how to keep your skin healthy and on how often to check your skin, especially the treated area.

Recurring basal cell carcinoma
If you have had one basal cell carcimona, it is possible that others will appear in years to come. This is more likely if you are young and if you have had multiple basal cell carcinomas. You will need to get in to the habit of checking your skin every month for signs. Any new spot that does not heal within two weeks should be reported to your GP or your keyworker (a member of the multidisciplinary team).

If a BCC does recur, it can usually be easily treated.