Cumulative Sun Exposure"But, I only tan once in a while." "I haven't burned in years." "It really is not a bad burn." "I need to burn to get a base tan to...reactionscomments
Fear of Recurrence? Not Me. Well, Maybe MeA few weeks ago, someone asked if I am afraid of a recurrence of skin cancer, and I immediately said, "No." I thought some more about it, and no, I...reactions2comments
Sun Safety vs. Summer Fun: Finding the BalanceHere in the UK we’re in the midst of our hottest summer in decades. There are sun-bleached patches of grass in my backyard, iced coffee has become a necessity, and...reactionscomments
Post Mohs Surgery ComplicationsMy first Mohs surgery on a squamous cell cancer near my tear duct went smoothly. But while the procedure itself was OK for the second two squamous cells, the healing...reactionscomments
Real Talk: Frustration vs. ProtectionYou make reservations. Tickets are purchased. You and your friends start to research restaurant reviews. You make lists of all the things that need to be packed or grabbed on...reactions3comments
Nail Bed CancerRecently, I went to a local salon to get a manicure. Yes, I said a manicure. I got a manicure because of the professional requirements to have "nice" hands for...reactionscomments
Why I Say "No Thank You" to EfudexI may be in the minority with my approach to skin cancer treatment, but I have decided against Efudex, and I have my plastic surgeon to thank. He treated my...reactions14comments
What Are the Odds?I’m not a big fan of going to the doctor. Sometimes, though, I don’t have a choice. When I have a suspicious area on my skin, I make sure I...reactions3comments
A Melanoma Called WallyHis name was Wally. He was a small mole on my left forearm, two inches above my wrist. My husband Gareth had given him a name. “When are you going...reactions3comments
Vitamin D Deficiency, Fish, and the SunIt began with twitching in my hands, then in my calves. Then, I felt the same sensation in my eyelids. At times, it bothered me so much that I could...reactionscomments
Are People with Atopic Dermatitis at Higher Risk for Developing Skin Cancer?Atopic Dermatitis—also called atopic eczema—is a chronic, more severe form of eczema, which is a common skin condition. Both are characterized by recognizable patches of scaly dry skin, redness, itching...reactionscomments
It Takes A VillageA Facebook post I made around two and a half years ago about one of my skin cancer surgeries and recovery is making the rounds again. In that post, I...reactionscomments
Mohs Surgery and Thankful for the NursesI picked my Mohs surgeon, but I didn’t pick the nurse who helped me get through the procedure. Think about it. If you’re like me, you think a lot about your...reactionscomments
You're So VainYou're so vain You probably think this song is about you You're so vain, I'll bet you think this song is about you Don't you? Don't you? -Carly Simon I...reactionscomments
The Farmer's TanOne by one I noticed it. My wife’s family and their friends are farmers from Mississippi. I began to notice it every time I went down for a visit. It...reactionscomments
The Stars (and Scars) Shone BrightlyYears ago, I had just started dating someone when he asked if I would like to attend a semi-formal work event with him that was taking place a couple of...reactionscomments
Participating in a Clinical TrialNow that you know what a clinical trial is, let's review some of the details behind participation in one and what you should expect to experience as a trial participant...reactionscomments
5 Things to Avoid Saying to Skin Cancer PatientsSkin cancer comes in several forms and so do the responses to diagnoses. If you are a skin cancer patient or if you know someone who has been diagnosed with...reactionscomments
Squamous Cell Cancer of the TongueWhen I got squamous cell cancer of the tongue after I got squamous cell cancer of the skin, I thought they were related, but it turns out that they are...reactionscomments
But, What If I Cannot Afford to See a Dermatologist?So, you are doing everything that is recommended. You are committed to good sun care practices. You wear SPF 30 or more broad spectrum sunscreen.You tried to avoid prolonged exposure...reactionscomments
