Swelling Swelling is common following any surgical procedure, especially around the eye. Some degree of swelling can be expected, but this usually resolves within one or two weeks. All surgical wounds will drain during the first week or so following surgery. Good wound care will help minimize this problem. Infection Infection after skin cancer surgery is unusual.
Many patients receive antibiotics to prevent infection.
However, if you notice thick, foul-smelling pus coming out of the wound, call our office immediately. An antibiotic is frequently necessary under these conditions. Some degree of redness is expected following your surgery. This will resolve as the wound heals. You may experience redness at the surgical site for up to a year, depending on the circumstances of your surgery.