2 Years NED, Still Not RelievedBeing a survivor is hard work. You expect this overwhelming relief when the surgeons finally get it all. You anticipate that day...reactionscomments
I'm A Survivor?Survivor. What a beautiful, powerful, strong word. The word ‘survivor’ to me has always made me think of someone who has overcome...reactions2comments
Marcia, Marcia, MarciaI think I'll go for a walk outside now the summer sun's callin my name (I hear ya now) I just can't...reactionscomments
My Journey with Efudex in PhotosFront Range Dermatology Associates provided me a list of instructions for applying Efudex and hints for aftercare. In addition, their information sheet...reactions82comments
The Blame GameI recently had a small area of basal cell carcinoma removed. It was the first cancerous area that I’ve had in almost...reactions3comments
Just Skin CancerI was guilty of it myself--saying it was “just skin cancer.” Cancer was lung cancer, breast cancer, and ovarian cancer. It was...reactionscomments
Dealing with My ScarsI had my first surgical procedure in 1988, which left a large, unclosed wound on my forearm. Since that time, I had...reactions2comments
19 and Diagnosed: Anna Keyes StoryIf I've learned anything, it's that timing truly is everything. My roommate sophomore year of college was in charge of our campus...reactions2comments
Will Anybody Listen or Care?Nearly 30 years ago I was diagnosed with malignant melanoma. That was a very difficult time. I had a large portion of...reactionscomments
What's So Bad About Tanning Beds?Let’s talk a bit about skin cancer and tanning beds. They’re awesome, right? You can get a tan so much faster in...reactionscomments
Efudex and Me: The Cold, Hard TruthIn 2007, I was diagnosed with melanoma upon removal of a suspicious spot on my left upper arm. The following years saw...reactions10comments
Lesser Known Skin Cancers: Cutaneous T-Cell LymphomaCutaneous T-cell lymphoma is a non-Hodgkin lymphoma that occurs when the white blood cells called T-cells grow and multiply uncontrollably. Although cutaneous...reactions2comments
Finding a Good DermatologistIn my experience, one of the most important decisions one can make about skin care is the choice of a dermatologist. This...reactionscomments
Keeping a Skin Cancer Body MapVisiting a dermatologist regularly to receive a full body exam is a common skin cancer prevention tip. However, often visits are yearly...reactions2comments
Tips From Friends About UV ProtectionI posted an article about my recent experience with getting a sunburn after a diagnosis of skin cancer, and I asked for...reactionscomments
Sweet SummertimeSweet, sweet summertime... the season of extra hours of sunshine in the day, warmer temperatures that beckon pool days or lazy days...reactionscomments
Does Anxiety Evolve?The topic of anxiety comes up frequently amongst melanoma patients: What we do to overcome the waves of fear; how we share...reactionscomments
Dealing with Skin Cancer ScarsWe asked our contributors for tips and suggestions on how they deal with their scars after various skin cancer treatments and surgeries...reactions5comments
My Mohs Surgery: Part 2This post picks up from the point in my skin cancer Mohs surgery day after I was informed that the surgeon would...reactionscomments
Avoiding Skin Cancer in SummerIt is summertime - school is out, kids' sports are dominating weekends, and you are looking forward to that well-deserved week down...reactionscomments
