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...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...
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...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...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...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...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...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
Changing the Way I Talk About Tanning...Tanning talk used to come easily for me. I wanted to talk with others who tanned about which accelerator I preferred, how...reactionscomments
Fluorouracil Topical and Rosacea...Hello, I have been prescribed Fluorouracil Cream for my face and forehead. I have Rosacea on my cheeks. Are there any issues...reactions1replyTopical MedicationTreatment
Finding Information About Skin Cancer...Maybe you are like me. As soon as I want information about anything at all, I head to Google or YouTube. “How...reactionscomments
What is the ideal amount of time between dermatology appointments for you?...Some of us go a few months. Some of wait a year. How about you?...reactions5repliesPreventionSymptoms
Skin Cancer Post USAF...I have been going to see a dermatologist every six months since 2005 when on my exit from USAF I had skin...reactions1reply
Expecting the Unexpected can Cause you Grief...Expecting the unexpected can be a good way to live life with gusto. But it’s not a good way to be when...reactionscomments
Torn Between Good Memories and Good Health...The other day I saw a meme on Facebook. It brought back some amazing memories, but if I’m being honest, it’s not...reactions2comments
Fluorouracil Topical...I have been prescribed Fluorouracil 5% Cram for my face and interested in tips or recommendations. Any advice is welcome. Thanks in...reactions2repliesTopical Medication
How to Talk With Your Doctor...It was 9:23 am on a Monday morning and I was waiting in my second room for my dermatologist. My appointment was...reactions8comments
If a mole was atypical, then got "better", should we cancel the skin cancer check appointment? Details important...Day 1: Mole is symmetrical. Borders are clearly defined. It does have a black dot in the centre. Diameter is larger than...reactions3repliesSymptoms
With the holidays just around the corner, what skin care gift would you most like to receive/give?...I think a year's supply of non greasy, mineral-based sunscreen would be great for me....reactions1replyPrevention
How I stopped being afraid of skin cancer...Six months ago I wrote here that a dermatologist advised me to use NOTA mole tracker for a home examination of moles...reactions2repliesPreventionMental HealthAssistive Devices
