Can I ask a derm for a more thorough skin check?
We’ve heard of community members having to ask for a look at their scalp or more private areas. Have you …
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What does “in transit” melanoma mean?
From a community member on Facebook: Can you explain the difference between reccurrence vs “ in transit “ melanoma? …
What symptoms alerted you to a problem spot?
What signs did you see that your mole or spot might be skin cancer? Were they the common …
Anyone have melanoma/skin cancer caused by genetics?
One of our community members is looking for information: “I’m having difficulty finding information/support for melanoma/skin cancer with genetics as …
Should I cut my hair for surgery?
I have been diagnosed with basal skin cancer on my head. I have very long hair. Should I cut my …
I’m scared for biopsy results
I just had a small mole removed, the dermatologist looked at it, and said that it looked normal, though …
Do you get self-conscious about skin checks?
Did you ever get nervous about stripping down at the derm? Do you still? …
If a squamous cell carcinoma that was removed 4.5 years ago had spread, would I know by now?
Maybe this is a silly question. I had a relatively small cutaneous horn on the top of my ear for …
What is photodynamic therapy like?
Have you used photodynamic or blue-lite therapy? What advice would you share? …
What is it like to have a skin graft?
Does anyone have experience with skin grafts? Can you share what to expect and how to prepare and cope? …
Is it normal for no Efudex reaction after four days?
Hi I’ve just started efudex ( 4 days now) and as of yet nothing is happening. Is this normal? Any …
Should I be concerned that my Efudex for AK is not working as advised?
Hi all. I’ve come across this site and hope I’m ok to post. I have tiny patch of AK on …
Have anyone had topical chemo treatment a whole month?
Because i AM on my day 20 of treatment and my skin already felt and my dermatologist told me to …
What to know about treatment on the nose?
What should one know going into skin cancer treatment on the nose, particularly with regards to surgery? Are there special …
Pink Coloured Moles
Hello, I have a bright pink, raised mole on my left leg, been there for about a year – not …
Do you use the word survivor? Why or why not?
National Cancer Survivor’s Day is coming up! We’re thinking about the term survivor and wondering what it means for you. …
Who is a good derm/doctor to go to in Tinley Park, Illinois?
From the community: seeking a dermatologist recommendation in Illinois. …
Has anyone else had marks on their scalp and what did it look like?
Question from the community: I had a question if anyone else has had marks on their scalp and what it …
Can anyone recommend a dermatologist in Northeast Oregon?
From the community: One of our Facebook followers is looking for a dermatologist and she lives in NE Oregon. If …
Can Effudix on a small area upper back be covered?
Uncovered could mean Effudix is spread to, and damage, nearby skin but the consumer leaflet advice is to leave the …