Wondering What You Did to Deserve Skin CancerWhen I got the diagnosis of skin cancer, my first thoughts were wondering what was going to happen to me. However, my...reactionscomments
The Benefits of Physical Rehabilitation of a Person with Cancer, Part IHearing the dreaded diagnosis of cancer is something no one wishes to hear. Many questions come along with it… What kind? How...reactionscomments
Pack Your Parasol!While communicating with one of our community members, my response included a rhetorical question about bringing back the parasol as a fashion...reactionscomments
College Students and Tanning“You look great. You’re so tan!” Ah...the college years in the 1980’s in Southern California, full of fraternity parties, dinner dates, movies...reactionscomments
Practicing Long-Term MonitoringMany of our community members feel that awareness is about self-advocacy and diligence. Monitoring yourself or your loved ones for skin cancer...reactionscomments
Skin Picking: A Habit That's Hard to BreakMy urge to pick at my skin while living with skin cancer is so strong – and often irresistible – that I...reactionscomments
Age Spots By Any Other NameI remember exactly when it happened. I was driving to school, and I caught a glimpse of my hand wrapped around the...reactions2comments
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...reactionscomments
Can Atypical Moles Become Skin Cancer?Atypical nevi, also called atypical moles or dysplastic nevi, have been associated with an increased risk of developing melanoma. However, the possibility...reactionscomments
What is Melanin?Melanins are a diverse group of pigments that give rise to color in our skin, hair, and eyes. While melanins serve multiple...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...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...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...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...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...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...reactions15comments
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...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...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...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...reactionscomments
