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Can you tell me if i could have excision surgery to remove skin cancer while i am 6 months pregnant?
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Yes: You may be concerned about getting anesthesia because of your pregnancy. If the skin cancer is small, it may be possible to remove it under local anesthesia.
Answered 5/13/2014
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