Cringing When I See Someone's Tanned SkinHad you asked me in 1995 if I thought tanning beds were a problem, I would have clutched my pearls and gasped...reactions4comments
I Feel Alone, I Am Not AloneIt’s predawn and dark. I am walking down my street. I hear owls and crickets. I see headlights in the distance. I...reactions8comments
My Dermatologist's Recommendations and My Attempts to Embrace ThemMy most recent skin cancer issue was in February 2022. It was not the first time I had a run-in with skin...reactions8comments
Coping with Skin Cancer and Multiple Health IssuesA diagnosis of skin cancer is often alarming, scary, and can make you feel mentally exhausted. All of this is multiplied for...reactions7comments
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
Don’t Keep Your Melanoma Diagnosis a SecretI’ve never been great about sharing any personal aspects of my life, regardless of who I’m speaking with. I tend to keep...reactions10comments
The Importance of Self-ChecksWhen starting with a new dermatologist for your skin cancer, self-checks and self advocacy are important. ...reactionscomments
6-Month Follow-Up AppointmentsIn February 2021, I received a call from my general dermatologist informing me that I was being diagnosed with dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DFSP)...reactionscomments
The Unpredictability of Squamous Cell CarcinomaI’ve had skin cancer since 1995. Early on, my skin cancer seemed pretty predictable-- every couple of years, I’d be in my...reactions10comments
New Diagnosis, New Treatment, Same Old AnxietyI recently had my 6-month checkup with my dermatologist. While I’m happy that it seems that I’m getting new, suspicious areas at...reactionscomments
Surviving DivorceIn April 2022, my then-husband and I decided to separate after 12 years of marriage. While it was more my decision than...reactions2comments
The Last Chapter in Topical Medications Story: The Follow-up VisitOnce upon a time, I used topical chemotherapy and, long story short, I had no idea what I was doing. You may...reactions28comments
Outdoor Exercise Tips for Skin Cancer SurvivorsGrowing up I played every sport imaginable, which meant a lot of outdoor exercise as a kid. Throughout high school and college...reactions8comments
Biopsy and Results: An Interview Part 2One of the many wonderful things about the community is that we can find things in common between our stories. In part...reactionscomments
Efudex Results: Great or Gross?I want you to think about the last time you wore something new and got a compliment. It felt nice, didn’t it?...reactionscomments
Efudex: No Time Like the Present?Efudex is one of the great mysteries of my life. I say that in all seriousness. The more I’ve used it, the...reactions10comments
Efudex Users Like YouNew experiences usually bring about a case of the jitters. When it comes to our health, however, new and uncomfortable experiences, treatment...reactionscomments
You're Having Mohs Surgery? Advice For A Friend“Guess who has a basal cell carcinoma?” my friend texted me last week. I was surprised and scared for her, and I...reactions22comments
The Emotional Impact of Skin CancerSkin cancer effects go far deeper than any scars. For most people dealing with the diagnosis, every day brings new struggles with...reactions7comments
My Melanoma Nightmare Part Two: A Hole in My HeadAfter learning my diagnosis, I met with my dermatologist who explained that melanoma is staged by thickness. My tumor measured 2.05mm, or...reactions1comment
