Sun Protective Clothing: Which Fabrics Block UV Rays?...As the owner of a sun protective apparel company, I spend far too much time researching and testing various fabrics. With the warm weather and beach vacations approaching, I thought...reactions2comments
Deep wide excision bleeding...Had an unknown skin cancer excised but CAT scan showed it needed a wider and deeper excision down to the fascia. They sutured inside and outside. Its been three days...reactions1replyTreatment
A Guide to Mohs Surgery...Chances are if you're living with skin cancer, you've heard of Mohs surgery. It is, after all, one of the most effective ways to treat skin cancer. both basal cell...reactions12comments
The Olympic Games: Skin Cancer Prevention Hits the Slopes...I can recall watching the winter Olympic games with my parents and my sister, and I was always amazed at the chapped faces of the downhill skiers. It’s something that...reactionscomments
Looking for dry skin relief with SPF...I am fighting the dry skin battle again this winter. I'd love to hear everyone's suggestions for lotions with sunscreen--always looking for great SPF products!...reactionsrepliesPreventionTips & Advice
How Skin Cancer Affects Mental Health...Far too often I've heard people say, "if you’re going to get cancer, skin cancer is the kind to get." While it's true that many skin cancers are treatable if...reactions2comments
Skin covering when treating with Efudex or the combo of Efudex/Dovonex...Does your dermatologist tell you to occlude the area, i.e. cover it with Tegaderm or plastic wrap or put on gloves if treating your hands? Mine says to do it...reactions2repliesAwarenessTopical MedicationTreatment
Granuloma Annulare: A Look Back at My First Dermatologist Visit...I write a lot about my first visit to a dermatologist. In my mind, my first appointment with one was in 2007 for the excision of a spot diagnosed as...reactions3comments
Deb Wesloh...Deb Wesloh lives in Bulverde Texas. She is married and they have three boys. She retired as an Army Officer in 2005. She now works as an Army government civilian...
Dermatologists and Radiation Therapy...A dermatology office that is interested in owning and operating a superficial radiation therapy (SRT) machine must do more than just purchase the device. If your dermatologist offers SRT, they...reactions1comment
Clothing during treatment with ...I am just starting treatment with fluorouracil cream. Directions say not to let treated area touch other parts of skin or someone else's skin. Does anyone know how long after...reactions2repliesTopical Medication
How ABC's "The Bachelor" is Making a Joke of Skin Cancer Prevention...Let’s talk about The Bachelor, but not for the reasons most people want to chat about it. If you are a fan of this reality show and its sister show...reactions9comments
Do I Need Another Medical Opinion About My Skin?...I moved to Long Island just over a year ago from Buffalo, New York, to pursue some professional dreams and to be closer to my children. Along with unpacking, decorating...reactions9comments
Skin Cancer: What You Don't Know Can Hurt You...I’ve had skin cancer for a lot of years. My first diagnosis was in 1995. When I received that diagnosis, I naively thought skin cancer would be a "one and...reactions4comments
Diclofenac & Actinic Keratoses...I just read about using this to treat AKs, and possibly some types of superficial skin cancers, but I haven't seen any commentary here on the site apart from a...reactions6repliesTips & AdviceTopical MedicationTreatment
6 Tips for Staying on Top of Treatment...Living with a long-term health condition requires us to stay on top of everything: doctor’s appointments, new symptoms, insurance, and, of course, managing treatment – all while taking care of...reactionscomments
Getting Back To Myself... Or Am I?...When I was diagnosed with dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DFSP) in February 2021, it changed my life completely, particularly my perspective on life. For one, after my initial biopsy, I was told...reactions1comment
Hitting the Trifecta...I’ve hit the trifecta of cancers. A trifecta in the horse racing world means horses finish in the correct order. Years ago, we attended the Kentucky Derby with its time-honored...reactions12comments
World Cancer Day 2022: Closing the Care Gap...There are many barriers such as cost and disability that come with seeking cancer care? What are some barriers or challenges you have faced in accessing care for your cancer?...reactionsrepliesAwareness
