A Timeline: My Diagnosis and TreatmentMy melanoma diagnosis came as a complete surprise to me. My family has no history of skin cancer and I’ve always been...reactions2comments
Little Spot on Thumb Causes Large Amount of ConfusionA tiny little hole on my thumb, above my knuckle, has caused a degree of hassle that is greater than you would...reactionscomments
My Skin Care Routine & What's In My Bag After MelanomaAfter having melanoma I’ve become extra vigilant about skincare. My skin is naturally very dry, bordering on reptilian in winter. So if...reactionscomments
I Moved, Now Where's My Doctor?The house in Buffalo is sold. Almost everything I own is still in storage there. I am on Long Island with new...reactionscomments
What Is Superficial Radiation Therapy?Radiation for skin cancers is a superficial (skin deep) dose of radiation that destroys the cells in non-melanoma skin cancer. Eligibility for...reactions7comments
Taking "Gross" Photo, Looking for AnswersThe other day you could find me in my kitchen, twisting myself into a pretzel, trying to take a good photo of...reactionscomments
One Journey, Two Paths: The Impact of Skin Cancer on Support SystemsLife throws some mean curve balls sometimes, not the least of which is cancer. If you have been diagnosed with skin cancer...reactions3comments
What's in a Name? A Lot, Because Treatment Is DifferentIt’s actinic keratosis, it’s squamous cell carcinoma, it’s...graft vs. host disease? I was pretty sure that the cluster of rough spots on...reactionscomments
No Skin Cancer, I Am Not Going to Be Your Victim (Through a Physician's Eyes)Trigger warning: The content includes mentions of suicide that might be upsetting to some people. If you or someone you know have...reactions2comments
How Technology Brings Both Convenience and Confusion: Results of the Connected Health SurveySometimes, it feels like we are surrounded by technology. Apps, devices, trackers, and gadgets are everywhere! In this digital age, though, everyone...reactionscomments
Why the SPF in Your Foundation Is Not Protecting YouLet's talk about your makeup and skincare products that contain SPF...are they protecting you? The short answer is no. The simple act...reactions2comments
Cryosurgery – How Can Such a Quick Procedure Cause Such Intense Pain?I had my six-month skin check the other day. At my last six-month checkup, my dermatologist and I were both celebrating that...reactions10comments
More Than Just Paying Lip ServiceDo any of you have friends who seem to notice everything about you? “Is that a new shirt?” “Have you lost weight?”...reactions4comments
Melanoma Therapies - Why Research Is So ImportantAs a melanoma survivor, I am always encouraged when I read about the latest advancements in treating this deadly form of skin...reactionscomments
Making Tanning Make Sense and the Lies That Got Me ThereLet’s talk about comfort for a minute. We love what makes us feel good - our favorite book and cozy blanket, movie...reactionscomments
Rx for Understanding Visit Notes: A Dose of SleuthingI don’t, as a rule, read the notes from my doctors’ visits, but from time to time when I get an email...reactionscomments
Embarrassed About My Face and Telling People Not to Look at ItIn the past few days when going places, I have said to people, “Don’t look at my face.” This is admittedly strange...reactionscomments
What is a Radiation Therapist?A radiation therapist is also known as a therapeutic radiologic technologist. We are responsible for delivering radiation treatments to treat diseases such...reactionscomments
5 Sunscreen and Skin Cancer Myths DebunkedSince sharing my melanoma story on Instagram last year, I've had countless messages about how shocked people are. Everything from "I didn't...reactionscomments
A Band-Aid by Any Other Name Will Help a Spot HealIf you are a person of a certain age, you grew up hearing that you should “air out” a cut or sore...reactions1comment
