Back on the Set...“Cut,” the director yelled to the small crowd of extras posing as churchgoers. As I climbed back to my original position, I...reactionscomments
But, What If I Cannot Afford to See a Dermatologist?...So, you are doing everything that is recommended. You are committed to good sun care practices. You wear SPF 30 or more...reactionscomments
Efudex: Um, When Am I Done?...The instructions for most prescriptions are straightforward. The labels explain when and how to take them and for how long. It’s not...reactions43comments
Stop Saying My Cancer Is the "Good Kind"...If I had a dollar for every time I’ve heard, "That’s the kind of cancer to get," I could actually pay some...reactionscomments
Learning to Speak Up When Something Feels Wrong...We often trust our doctors to know what’s right, and to make sure everything is perfect with our health. And, we should...reactions2comments
Skin Cancer and Isolation...Sometimes I feel alone. I feel alone because I am the only person I know in my offline life who ever talks...reactions7comments
Topical Treatment for Squamous Cell Carcinoma...I was diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma on my nose more than 20 years ago. I was referred to a Mohs surgeon...reactions1comment
Fear Less about Radiation Treatments...As a radiation therapist, I have found that many people are intimidated by radiation treatments for non-melanoma skin cancer. Let's go over...reactionscomments
Community Health Leaders...In order to stay up to date on the latest treatments, drug discovery, clinical studies, and how to cope with skin cancer...
The Trouble with Tracking Death Rates in Basal and Squamous Cell Carcinoma...Skin cancers — specifically nonmelanomas like basal cell carcinoma (BCC) and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) — are the most common types of...reactions5comments
Research Makes a Difference with Melanoma...I remember when I was first diagnosed with melanoma in June 1988. There were not many treatment options offered to me. Basically...reactions1comment
Skin Cancer Memes...Living with skin cancer comes with a unique set of experiences, from personal victories to frustration with friends and family members who...reactionscomments
Radiation: Let's Talk Side Effects...Every treatment comes with its own set of side effects. Radiation-induced side effects are thought to be terrifying burns and mutations from...reactions2comments
Resolutions for the New Year, Skin-Cancer Style...We can’t stop it…the new year is here. You don’t have to pay very close attention to notice resolution banter all around...reactions9comments
A Skin Cancer Journey: A Mulligan Anyone?...I was recently seen by a new dermatologist at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas, and not surprisingly, out of the...reactions3comments
About Us...At SkinCancer.net we provide patients and caregivers with a platform to learn, educate, and connect with peers and healthcare professionals. Skin cancer...
Skin Cancer and Heredity...Your family has scheduled a reunion for the first time in ages. Everyone will be there from different parts of the country...reactionscomments
Biopsy and Freezing and Surgery? Oh My!...The long Thanksgiving holiday was really good. My youngest daughter was home from college for five days, and she and I got...reactions5comments
My Last Dermatology Appointment Grade: C+...Recently, I visited my dermatologist about a scaly patch of skin on my scalp. I was originally going to have to wait...reactions3comments
