Motivation ...I recently discovered a crusty asymmetrical mole on my scalp with what looks like bruising. It was much smaller and get scabbing...reactions1replyAwarenessTips & Advice
Charmeon's Story of Loss: In Memory of Reef and Don...Editor’s Note: This guest post was written by Charmeon Carneson about her grandson, Reef, and her husband, Don who both sadly passed...reactionscomments
SCC Outer Ear ...I have to say, I’m a bit scared. I would like some opinions on my situation, as my anxiety is very high...reactions4repliesAwarenessCopingDiagnosis
How to Perform an At-Home Skin Cancer Self-Examination...Early detection is paramount when it comes to skin cancer. Yes, it is imperative to see your dermatologist, but there is a...reactions2comments
Skin Cancer Removal and Keloids: How Do They Relate?...A scar from your skin cancer removal is not exactly what you look forward to, but it's not typically the scariest part...reactions3comments
Actinic Keratosis- can you lightly tan body parts that are not affected?...Hello, I have actinic keratosis on my face and am looking for some medical studies- could you please assist me? I'm looking...reactions3repliesCopingRecurrenceTips & Advice
Skin Checks...When was the last time you checked your own skin for possible skin cancer?...reactions3repliesPrevention
Successful SCC excision...Had excision on Wednesday. Was terrified as have never had any cancer before. Didn’t help that the surgery was in the anniversary...reactions5repliesTreatment
How a Doctor's Friendly Demeanor Calmed me Before Fingernail Biopsy...Editor's note: This story is one of a two part series A note that I just wrote to a dermatologist began, “Thanks...reactions2comments
Just Another Scar...I have many scars. Until my recent diagnosis of melanoma in situ, I looked upon my scars rather fondly. Most remind me...reactionscomments
Can Drinking Alcohol Increase Your Chances of Getting Skin Cancer?...I read an article today about how drinking alcohol is the cause of several types of cancer. The article mentioned that alcohol...reactions4comments
Research into the Psychological Impact of Skin Cancer ...I am an experienced counsellor / psychotherapist who has worked extensively within oncology, specialising in offering therapy to inidviduals who have been...reactionsrepliesResearch & Clinical Trials
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...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...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...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...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...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...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...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...reactions3comments
