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Actress Carrie Preston reveals she underwent surgery to remove skin cancer on her cheek

UNITED STATES, JUL 17 – Carrie Preston underwent Mohs surgery after a basal cell carcinoma diagnosis and now wears silicone scar strips as her cheek heals, highlighting common skin cancer risks from sun exposure.

  • Actress Carrie Preston revealed in 2023 that she was diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma on her cheek during filming of Elsbeth season two finale.
  • Carrie discovered the mole was cancerous the same day she received a phone call and decided to tell her costars about the diagnosis.
  • She underwent Mohs surgery, a procedure removing skin layers until only cancer-free tissue remains, and now wears silicone scar strips during recovery.
  • Preston told Busy Philipps, "If I'm going to wear something on my face, I'm going to make it fashion," referring to the scar covering jewels she wore.
  • Carrie is recovering from the procedure, plans to return for Elsbeth season three soon, and credited her castmates for support during this health challenge.
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