Skin Protection Fatigue, The New SPFUgh, you know the drill. Put on sunscreen, reapply. Where’s my hat? We’re riding in a convertible? They chose Miami Beach for the convention? Every day, every month, you’re vigilant...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
The Top, Top TenThere’s certainly no lacking of Top 10 lists. Top 10 Classic Rock Songs of All Time. Top 10 Bizarre Phobias People Suffer From. Midway through that particular list (from Listverse.com)...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Can Children Get Skin Cancer?Skin cancer is much more common in adults, but children and teens can be diagnosed with it. In adults, most skin cancers are non-melanoma (including basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Clinical Trial Consent Form: Understanding Your Rights & ResponsibilitiesInformed consent is the term that signifies a person has been given information regarding all possible consequences for a treatment, including both potential risks and benefits. While informed consent frequently...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Let's Talk NumbersNumbers have never really been my thing. My least favorite classes in high school and college were classes relating to numbers. Math? I’d rather not. Accounting? Please just let me...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Skin Cancer FAQsSkin cancer affects nearly 3.4 million Americans each year, with more cases annually than breast, prostate, lung, and colon cancers combined. Start here with our frequently asked questions, and find...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Talking With Your ChildrenMy children are both now in college. They have known about my skin cancer their entire lives. They have seen my scars. They know the regimen that I must follow...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Tips for Efudex UsersEfudex, or fluorouracil, has been an important part of my life for the last four years. Efudex, also known as Efudix, is one of several topical medications used by skin...Reactions0reactionsComments191 comments
Lesser Known Skin Cancers: Sebaceous CarcinomaSebaceous carcinoma is a cancer that begins in the sebaceous glands, small glands that are connected to the hair follicles in the skin. Sebaceous carcinomas are rare, but they are...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
The Power of a Phone Call3 rings. That's all it took before I answered the contact-less, but familiar, number on my phone. The woman on the other side seemed calm and unfazed as she broke...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
How Marti Saved Me: My Melanoma StoryI made what could have been the simplest but most important decision of my life in 2007. A quick phone call, a few brief words, and I decided I was...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What's A Minor Skin Cancer Surgery Like?I had my first battle with skin cancer over twenty years ago. I’ve had more than a few since then; during my last major surgery, I had 23 areas removed...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Glossary of TermsAcral lentiginous melanoma – also called subungual melanoma, this type of cancer is found on non hair-bearing surfaces of the body, such as the palms of the hands, soles of...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Using a Personalized Cancer Vaccine Against MelanomaResults from a new pilot study provide encouraging results on the use of a personalized cancer vaccine against melanoma. (A pilot study is an experiment conducted in a small group...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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 to welcome the new found hope and ability...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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 a serious illness. I participated in a Race...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Solar Eclipse Reminds Us About Sun SafetyThe Great American Solar Eclipse reminded those in the U.S. how damaging the sun can be, without protection – special “Eclipse glasses” with a welder’s rating of 14 were needed...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Look Here: Where Melanomas Most Often OccurWe’ve all heard about the ABCDE’s of skin cancer: Asymmetrical shape of a mole, Borders that are unclear or unusual, Color that is different or a mole with more than...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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 stay inside all day I gotta get out...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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 briefly mentions a few common symptoms. I am...Reactions0reactionsComments81 comments