Fooled by a Spot that Didn't Look Like a Squamous CellSo, my squamous cell radar was finally off. A spot that I thought wasn’t a squamous cell carcinoma actually was one. But...reactions8comments
Putting Yourself FirstMelanoma is not just physical, it takes a massive toll on your mental health too. There is a lot of evidence to...reactionscomments
What Happens at a Skin Check?For some reason, it took me far too long to finally go and get a skin check, even though I have fair...reactions1comment
Tumor Humor: Coping with Cancer With a (Twisted) Sense of Humor Part IIHopefully, you all enjoyed the last episode of “Tumor Humor!” I laughed so much writing my awkward (yet hilarious) cancer stories, I...reactionscomments
Survivorship Has Its PrivilegesWhat happens when you “beat cancer”? Survivorship is a tricky subject that can leave us with guilt and other mental and emotional...reactions4comments
Efudex: What's This About Erosion?If you are reading this right now, you are more than likely new to Efudex. I am not a betting gal, but...reactions16comments
Not One Size Fits All: My Mohs Isn’t Your Mohs, and Yours Isn’t MineThis year, I had my first Mohs surgery. I’ve had skin cancer for over 25 years, but this was the first time...reactions1comment
Men and MelanomaMy grandfather was born in 1912. He served during World War II. He was a doctor and worked mostly inside an office...reactionscomments
Sunscreen and Insect Repellent Combos: I'm Bugging Out!It’s been a sweltering summer in the South. Being active outdoors has taken some real planning - and patience, especially when you...reactionscomments
Prescription Shampoo Works Better on Hair Than in ClosetI don’t know how long I’ve had the bottle of ketoconazole 2% shampoo laying around, but I know one thing for certain:...reactionscomments
To Cover or Not to Cover, Your Whole FaceWhen I went to meet my boyfriend for a bike ride, I did a double-take. He was standing at the corner, holding...reactionscomments
Getting in the Right Headspace: My Immunotherapy RoutineI am a big believer in mind over matter and through this whole process, I have been on a mission to remain...reactionscomments
Community Views: Advice to Those Newly Diagnosed with Skin CancerBeing diagnosed with skin cancer can create a mix of different emotions; fear, anxiety, regret, loneliness, anger, and so many more. Advice...reactions4comments
Supporting a Family Member With CancerOne of the most important parts of any serious medical diagnosis is having the support of family and friends, however, if you...reactionscomments
Awareness, Education, ActionAs we drift through summer during these unprecedented times, I am still surprised by how much the general public doesn’t understand about...reactionscomments
Efudex: Treating Your ChestEfudex is a topical chemotherapy used to treat actinic keratosis. The cream, also known as fluorouracil, works to rid the skin of...reactions14comments
Melanoma: It's More Than Just a Wacky MoleI remember when I was first diagnosed with melanoma back in 1988. I saw a dermatologist at the recommendation of a nurse...reactionscomments
Tumor Humor: Coping With Cancer With a (Twisted) Sense of HumorI recently joined Stupid Cancer’s Digital Cancer Con and got to participate in some very excellent sessions for young adults with cancer...reactionscomments
How Not to Pack for a Vacation in Warm ClimatesAs usual, I overpacked. And on top of that, I didn’t choose well for my trip to California, where it was much...reactionscomments
Celebrating Good NewsSixteen. That is my estimate of how many skin checks I have had with a dermatologist over the last five years. And...reactions9comments
