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Mole biopsy

I have never posted on any forum before but have been a frequent visitor of many. A little back ground is I am a 33 year old female with I...

Squamous cell carcinoma, I just had flap surgery on my face

Hi, I am new to this forum. In September I underwent flap surgery for SSC between my nose and lip and was wondering if there are other patients who would...

Small victories

I have been afraid to be outside more than a few minutes since my latest skin issue—February 2022. As of Monday I restarted my “commute” (walk) to work. 10 miles...

I am so sick of skin cancer. How about you?

Dry spot...appointment...cryo...never ends!...

Self compassion

The other night I made a big blunder, and then today I just said, you are doing the best you can. Keep walking and do not criticize your actions right...

Losing Control

Do you ever feel like you have lost control of your life to skin cancer? I had an appointment scheduled at MD Anderson for end of October. I was totally...

Where is your "happy place?"

I think so much of dealing with the unknown and complexities of skin cancer involves finding one's "happy place." This could be a location, such as the mountains or a...

Do you try to hide your scars with makeup or clothing?

I have never tried to hide my scars on my arm but I could see trying to hide them on my face. How do you feel about them?...

Has having pets helped you with your skin cancer journey?

I just lost my dog and I am trying to understand how this might affect my mental and physical well being. What has your pet taught you along the way?...

Do you ever want to blame others for your skin cancer?

Sometimes in my worst moments I project my anger at others for my skin cancer issues. What about you?...

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