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Waiting for Biopsy Results.

I had a biopsy today, of a suspicious sore on my back. The consultant referenced SCC and told me not to worry... But I am! Let me explain... I do...

Did I make the right decision!

I just started Fluorouracil (sp?) today for a small squamous cell carcinoma in situ on my nose. I was scheduled ffor MOHS, but couldn’t stand the thought of it. I’ve...

Help with pain from Floro. cream?

I just finished two weeks of using the cream on my chest and forehead. I am in so much pain, my chest is on fire and completely crusted over. The...

Bandage to cover treatment area

I was prescribed Efudex to treat a pre-cancerous lesion on the back of my hand. I was told to apply the cream, then cover with a bandage and to only...

First time fluorouracil user

I'm now on day 4 post treatment after 17 days of 2x per day application. I can't tell you how grateful I am to find this forum. Wish my dermatologist...

2 weeks in, scaby, painful & extremely itchy

I'm unsure whether I should now stop using the cream, the itch is incredible....

Managing fear

I have melanoma on the inside curl of my ear (helix). I noticed something happening with a mole there last year, but being in the midst of debilitating grief over...

Skin Cancer Awareness Month 2023: Exploring Fear

Everyone’s skin cancer journey looks different, but one common thread for our community is fear. Fear is a common feeling among those with skin cancer – from fear of the...

What Cancer Stole From You?

As I have posted several times on these forums, I have been on my skin cancer journey for almost a year now. Last skin check was clear, which is good...

Venting About Skin Cancer & Mental Health

I have posted here many times before about my anxiety and fear about my skin cancer and how this has taken over my life. I suffer from OCD and so...

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