Seborrheic keratosis Difference melanoma ...Hello. I had surgery for melanoma just over a year ago for a spot on the back of my thigh. I had a wide excision and a sentinel lymph node...reactions3repliesDiagnosis
The Search for the Perfect Shirt Continues...Saucony, a company known for its running shoes, also makes good running shirts. One of my favorite pieces of clothing is a gray cotton hoodie of theirs. I like the...reactionscomments
Talking With Friends About Skin Cancer...The other night, I sat with a group of fairly new friends for supper and a discussion of life and faith as part of a community group that meets every...reactions2comments
What is one word that describes your feelings about 2023 with regard to skin cancer?...Mine would be "hopeful"....reactions5repliesCopingPrevention
Basal cell carcinoma on left side of nose...I thought I had a pimple on my nose, however, it did not go away after two months. I went to my dermatologist and had a biopsy. Sure enough, it...reactions5replies
I have doubt for a melanoma case...I just notice this mole on my father head, and it keeps getting bigger, and i have doubt of this, please someone can see the image, who have some information...reactions8repliesMental HealthMetastatic Melanoma
What’s the Worst That Can Happen?...Many people with skin cancer feel like others think it’s no big deal. We have all heard how, if you get any kind of cancer, skin cancer is the one...reactionscomments
What is your New Year's Resolution when it comes to skin cancer?...It's almost that time of the year. My resolution is sunscreen on every day no matter the forecast, season, or activity....reactions4repliesPreventionTips & Advice
Visit Notes, Instructions, in Disarray...In looking for my printed notes for a story I’m working on, I found, on a chair: one sock, one old dog leash, the program for the US Open tournament...reactionscomments
Cscc spread to regional lymph ...Does anyone have experience of this ?...reactions11repliesAwarenessCopingTreatment
Healing after using Efudex on arms/hands...I’m hoping to get some advice or even reassurance. I used Efudex cream on my arms and back of my hands for almost 3 weeks. I am now 1 month...reactions4replies
It's the holidays. Do people talk about health issues at gatherings?...You are sitting around the table with friends/family and people naturally talk about what interests them. Do health issues/skin cancer ever get brought up? How so you react to it?...reactions13repliesAwarenessFriends & FamilyTravel
First Basal Cell at 71...I wish I had found this website in June 2022! I always had great skin even at 71. I never even thought of skin cancer and what it might look...reactions1comment
Resources for Veterans, LGBTQ+ People, and Other Special Groups...Coping with a chronic health condition can be challenging for you, your family, and your caregivers. You rely on your healthcare team to manage your condition. However, there are other...
Vitamin D and People With Skin Cancer: The Pharmacist's Perspective...I come from a family of pharmacists. My father, my oldest brother, and my oldest brother’s wife are all pharmacists. I am aware of the key role a pharmacist plays...reactionscomments
Mild to Moderate Dysplastic Compound Nevus biopsy result...I am Asian, 29 years old, and I got a mole on my left forehead, the size is 10x9x1mm, and it has been 8-10 years since I found it exist...reactions1replyPreventionTips & AdviceDiagnosis
Embarrassed About Skin Cancer?...Have you ever been embarrassed about skin cancer? Wait, hear me out. Maybe after I explain a bit more, you’ll get what I mean, but know this - skin cancer...reactions6comments
What was your first sign? ...What was your first sign that you had a skin issue—that was later determined to be skin cancer? For me, I had a very unusual growth on my bottom lip...reactions24repliesDiagnosisSymptoms
Tips for Finding a Good Plastic Surgeon...If you have skin cancer removed, then you know there is a possibility you may need reconstructive work - especially if the cancer was on your face. Finding out who...reactions4comments
What does your ideal dermatology appointment look like?...Some of us like some chit chat. Others may want to "get right to business." What say you?...reactions9repliesHealthcare TeamPreventionDiagnosis
