Melanoma of the NailsMelanomas usually develop on areas of the body that get the most sun exposure, such as the chest, face, back, legs, ears...reactions8comments
Subcutaneous Oncology TreatmentSubcutaneous oncology treatment involves giving cancer-fighting drugs under the skin. This treatment method uses a small needle to inject medicine into the...reactionscomments
Morpheaform Basal Cell CarcinomaBasal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common type of skin cancer. However, there are different types of skin cancer that are...reactionscomments
Infrared Saunas and Skin Cancer: What Are the Links?In recent years, infrared saunas have become increasingly popular for their detoxifying and relaxing benefits. According to some, infrared saunas can improve...reactionscomments
Racial Differences in Skin CancerCancer development, treatment, and outcomes are tricky topics to understand. The underlying reasons why a person gets cancer or how they might...reactionscomments
Summary: The Next Decade of Melanoma TreatmentLast month, our SkinCancer.net editorial team attended The Melanoma > Exchange Patient & Advocate Forum in Washington D.C. It was a half-day...reactionscomments
Melanoma RecurrenceEven after successful treatment, an individual’s battle with skin cancer may not be over. Once an individual has been diagnosed and treated...reactionscomments
“The Big Three” for Diagnostic ErrorRecently, a study was done to look at misdiagnosis and the harms it causes. It was published in the medical journal called...reactionscomments
The Signs and Symptoms of 5 Rare Forms of Skin CancerSkin cancer is a very common condition in the United States. In fact, 1 out of 5 Americans will likely develop skin...reactions6comments
Skin Cancer Prevention and Vitamin B3Researchers believe that nicotinamide, (also referred to as niacinamide and niacin), a form of vitamin B3, could have a protective effect on...reactions7comments
What is Melanin?Melanins are a diverse group of pigments that give rise to color in our skin, hair, and eyes. While melanins serve multiple...reactionscomments
Dermatologic Care for LGBTQ+ PatientsProviding adequate and sensitive care to diverse individuals is crucial in every medical specialty, including dermatology. LGBT patients may face certain dermatologic...reactionscomments
Meet the Health Care Professionals of SkinCancer.netAt SkinCancer.net, our goal is to create a safe space for all members and to feature all skin cancer-related information around types...reactionscomments
Updated Dosing for Keytruda...SomedayImmunotherapies continue to dominate the cancer landscape and are still the focal point of melanoma research. Cancer researchers release trial results at major...reactionscomments
Is a Clinical Trial Right for Me? 5 Questions to Help you DecideMaking decisions can be tough, especially when they relate to your health! One decision you may face is whether or not participating...reactionscomments
Skin Cancer and Vitiligo: What’s the Connection?Aggressive skin cancer (melanoma) and vitiligo are two very different diseases. However, they can occur at the same time. When vitiligo occurs...reactions4comments
FDA Approves New Dermatology CameraThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved a new specialty dermatology camera, the Casio DZ-D100 Dermocamera and DZ-S50 Dermoscope. This...reactions2comments
Skin Cancer Removal and Keloids: How Do They Relate?A scar from your skin cancer removal is not exactly what you look forward to, but it's not typically the scariest part...reactions3comments
A Guide to Mohs SurgeryChances are if you're living with skin cancer, you've heard of Mohs surgery. It is, after all, one of the most effective...reactions12comments
How Skin Cancer Affects Mental HealthFar too often I've heard people say, "if you’re going to get cancer, skin cancer is the kind to get." While it's...reactions2comments
