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Periocular & Ocular Malignancy
Periocular & Ocular Malignancy
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Fairfield, CT
Periocular & Ocular malignancy is skin cancer in the area around your eyes. At Northeast Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, ophthalmologist Larissa Habib, MD, specializes in complex eye diseases of all types, particularly the specific needs of people with eye cancer. She also can treat squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma on the surface of the eye.
A periocular malignancy can cause changes around your eye, such as:
- New bump
- Sore eye skin
- Discolored patch of skin
- New flat lesion
- Bump or lesion that keeps bleeding and crusting over
- Bump, or lesion that doesn't heal properly
Depending on where your malignant growth occurs, you may also have other issues like recurrent eyelid infections, eyelid swelling, and eyelashes falling out.
Periocular & Ocular malignancies are very treatable, with help from Dr. Habib. She can expertly remove dangerous growths and restore your eye area to its full function and appearance. Call Northeast Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons or click on the appointment scheduler to arrange your visit now.
Periocular & Ocular Malignancy Q & A
What is periocular malignancy?
A periocular and ocular malignancy is a cancerous (malignant) growth that occurs anywhere within the orbit (the eye socket).
The most common types of periocular skin cancers are basal cell carcinomas and squamous cell carcinomas. Both are slow-growing but can be dangerous if untreated. Melanoma is a rare type of periocular malignancy. It can grow rapidly and is the most dangerous form of skin cancer.
You can also develop noncancerous (benign) tumors in the periocular area. While benign tumors aren’t cancerous, they may require treatment for either cosmetic or medical reasons.
When should I seek help for a periocular and ocular malignancy?
To be on the safe side and protect your eye health, it’s always best to come into Northeast Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive
Surgeons for an evaluation if you notice changes around your eye. Early detection of periocular malignancies gives you the highest chance of a cure.
How is a periocular and ocular treated?
Dr. Habib will discuss the best options for treatment if you are diagnosed with periocular malignancy.
These include surgical removal, radiation, topical or systemic chemotherapy, or immunotherapy.
These include surgical removal, radiation, topical or systemic chemotherapy, or immunotherapy.
- Cancer removal
Depending on the tumor type and location, Dr. Habib may surgically remove the cancer or she may recommend working together
with a Mohs surgeon to excise the tumor.
- Reconstruction
Dr. Habib skillfully reconstructs the treatment area to ensure that your eyelids and the surrounding skin still function properly and
look normal. Reconstruction techniques can vary with the amount of skin removed. If necessary, Dr. Habib can perform skin grafting
to restore your eye health, appearance, and function.
After skin cancer removal, it’s extremely important to avoid the main factor in most skin cancers: sun exposure. Dr. Habib can
recommend the best ways to protect your skin and minimize your risk of cancer recurrence.
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“Dr Habib, is a perfectionist. I was so pleased with the results of my blephoroplasty . She is very down to earth and friendly.makes for a very comfortable office visit. All staff were kind and efficient. An A+ experience.thank you all so very much.”
BONNIe 
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joanne
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DAVID N.
After managing many years of urgent cares & clinics, I couldn’t be more pleased! They were able to accommodate me to be seen sooner than later.The portal is is very accessible.The staff was very professional and kind. I can’t say kinder words for the medical assistant. And Dr. Habib was thorough and took time with me. 10/10
Tracey Chameides
Dr Habib and her staff are wonderful. I have enjoyed working with them. They make you feel happy and welcome. I would highly recommend Dr Habib without reservation She is talented and caring.
Debbie Brown
Excellent experience. Professional, kind and attentive physician, surgeon, nurses and office staff. Provided a smooth interaction with my internist, optometrist and insurance provider. Patiently explained the procedures (ptosis repair and blepharoplasty) and allayed my concerns. The results exceeded my expectations.
liz mcconville
My daughter and her dad was running late to her first appointment. I just called the office to let them know that my daughter's father was running late. I was hoping that I didn't have to reschedule the appointment. But the office was nice enough. To just push the appointment time to 2pm instead of 1pm. Thanks
Shakima Simpson
The staff is very friendly and helpful. The doctor is great. Would suggest more time allocated by schedulers for doctor time etc so that the waiting time is reduced and the doctor has more breathing time.
Karen Golden