Good Riddance to Prednisone...As a nudge by nature and a reporter by training, I’m good at asking the same question in different ways until I get an answer. Sometimes, truth be told, I...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
UVA and UVB: Skin Cancer’s Tag Team...Thanks to increasing advocacy efforts and the use of social media, we are all becoming more educated on the ways the sun can damage our skin. Having grown up without...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Possible melanoma?...I have a black spot on my leg, picked at it, scabbed, and when I picked offf the scab, it contains the black spot pigment, is that a sign of...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesDiagnosis
Melanoma #6 In Less Than Two Years...Hi. Just wanted to throw this out into the ether because I'm having a hard time finding support from friends and family. It's "just" skin cancer, after all. But yesterday...Reactions0reactionsComments18 comments
What are your New Year’s resolutions?...The new year is right around the corner! What goals have you set for yourself? Share them here!...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesAwareness
So Many People Are Tan, Even Though It’s November!...I was in a store the other day, a store that is typically frequented by more women than men, and I noticed something strange: even though it was near the...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Osteoporosis, Vitamin D, and Skin Care...“I don’t want to have vitamin D deficiency so I just skip sunscreen altogether.” I wish that I had a nickel for every time I have heard this. I could...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
It's Always the Quiet Ones, Isn't It?...Advocating for sun safe practices isn’t easy. If you have tried to convince family and friends to wear sunscreen, stop tanning, and stay out of the sun during peak hours...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Can you use SRT on a...?...In the last few years, I have treated over 900 skin cancers. Just like each patient is different, so is each skin cancer site. I am a radiation therapist, and...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Is Skin Cancer More Prevalent in Florida?...Most of us know how dangerous skin cancer is. And while you might think that the southern states have the highest rate of skin cancer, the findings might surprise you...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Skin Cancer Awareness and Making a Difference in the Community...A while ago, I attended a movie called A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood starring Tom Hanks and Matthew Rhys. It was a lovely tale of forgiveness and redemption as...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Skin cancer surgery...I had skin surgery today. I never saw the doctor. The nurses practitioner did the cutting and two nurses stitched it up. Is this normal? At my previous dermatologist I...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesSurgery
What Is Acral Melanoma?...Acral lentiginous melanoma (ALM) is a rare type of skin cancer that makes up about 2 to 3 percent of melanomas. It is the least common type of melanoma. ALM...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
How long to wait until first appointment?...I've got a spot that is very suspicious to me and I'm wondering if waiting two weeks for my appointment is too long? Should I try another doctor or just...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesTips & Advice
Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: Finding Your Medical Team..."Teamwork makes the dream work!" I don’t know how many times I have heard that phrase in many different industries and organizations. As the New York Jets (National Football League)...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Infrared Saunas and Skin Cancer: What Are the Links?...In recent years, infrared saunas have become increasingly popular for their detoxifying and relaxing benefits. According to some, infrared saunas can improve your complexion, blood circulation, and even help with...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Which Type of Anesthesia Will I Have for My Skin Cancer Surgery?...If your doctor has told you that you will need surgery to remove your skin cancer, you will more than likely have several questions. One of those questions might be...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
FeaturedAre you concerned about skin cancer during the colder months?...Colder months mean more indoor events and being covered up when we are out. Do you still think about skin cancer during this time of the year?...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesAwareness
Pros and Cons of SRT...Every treatment has its own list of pros and cons. As the one providing the treatment, I may seem biased in favor of superficial radiation therapy as the best treatment...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
