Ashley Maddox...Ashley is an attorney for the Federal Government, where she has worked for nineteen years. She is the proud mother of two fur babies: Sadie and Pippa. Ashley is especially...
One-In-A-Million and No Cure?...Eight years ago, I was relaxing at a resort and noticed a few odd spots on my arms and legs. At first, I didn’t think much of it. The next...reactions3comments
Morpheoform BCC...Hi, can anyone tell me if morpheoform BCC is a slow growing skin cancer? I have been waiting on a biopsy, since April this year, to determine if the lesion...reactions2repliesDiagnosis
What's your opinion of mineral sunscreen?...Mineral sunscreen provides a protective barrier between your skin and the sun. It can be less comfortable than chemical sunscreens. What is your thought about them?...reactions6repliesResearch & Clinical TrialsSide EffectsPrevention
Do you have battle scars? ...Do you have visible skin cancer scars? If so, how does that make you feel? Are you self-conscious? Has anyone asked? I have scars on my bottom lip from 4...reactions2repliesCoping
Loose lips ...I was leaving work recently, and I was covered from head to toe in the 100 degree heat. I could see the woman next to me eyeing me, and then...reactions4repliesCoping
What would you tell your teenage self?...If I could go back in time, I would have a frank discussion with myself about sun care....reactions5repliesAwarenessTips & Advice
Building a Safe Skin Work Culture...“Cut!” the director yelled. “There is something over on the steps.” And with that, a tube of sunscreen was removed from the set. It was supposed to be 1883, but...reactions1comment
Efudex: Is Bigger Really Better?...Topical chemotherapy is a difficult road with many hills and curves to navigate. It requires clear directions, a list of expectations, and some especially specific aftercare instructions. Notice, I said...reactions1comment
How do you feel when you wake up and you see it's overcast?...I have mixed feelings about sunshine. As a wildlife photographer, I like the sunlight for my photos. As a melanoma survivor, I feel less affinity....reactions2repliesAwarenessWeatherPrevention
My story ...Lived in Southern California for 15 years returned to UK 20 + years ago since have had SCC on leg removed 2 SCC on forehead removed and 1 BSC on...reactions7replies
Are you gun shy? ...My most recent skin issue was just 3 months ago. I feel like when I go to the doctor or dentist recently I’m unusually nervous. When I saw the dentist...reactions6repliesCoping
Support system ...Having a support system is very important. For each person, that is made up of different individuals. I am single, and I get a lot of support from my church...reactions2repliesCopingFriends & Family
The sun is not the issue? ...Has anyone told you that sun exposure is not the cause of your skin cancer? Recently, a friend sent me a video from an alleged doctor who stated the sun...reactions3repliesFriends & Family
When to stop Efudix ...Advised to treat forehead every other day for 2 months, 1 month in red sore and scabby...reactions2replies
Too much sun over the weekend?...The holiday weekend is in the books. Did anyone get too much sun? How did it happen?...reactions2repliesPreventionAwareness
Bedside Manner ...In my opinion, it is critical for a doctor I’m working with to have good bedside manner. I’m looking for a positive, upbeat doctor. Sure, I need to know the...reactions1replyHealthcare Team
Is this skin cancer? ...I have had this for a few days now. At first it looked like a mosquito bite and was itchy like one. Now its raised like a crater with scaly...reactions1replyDiagnosis
Second opinion? ...A few months ago I was seeing a dermatologist that was very young, and he seemed overwhelmed by my biopsy results. I picked up on his stress, and it caused...reactions4replies
Protecting Your Hands from the Sun...My hands are a mess. I don’t mean they are messy, but I can see the effects of the sun every time I look at them: Brown patches and spots...reactions13comments
