Skin Cancer: Does Time Heal All Wounds?...We’ve all heard the often-quoted saying, “Time heals all wounds.” But, does time heal all of our skin cancer wounds? I was...reactions7comments
Subcutaneous Oncology Treatment...Subcutaneous oncology treatment involves giving cancer-fighting drugs under the skin. This treatment method uses a small needle to inject medicine into the...reactionscomments
When People Want to Dictate Your Skin Cancer Journey...Using social media means sometimes getting unwanted advice. But what do you do when people want to dictate your skin cancer journey?...reactionscomments
Complications After Surgeries to My Face/Forehead...I had two surgeries. One was a mole surgery and the other one was or had to do with melanoma. The surgeries...reactions1comment
How Often Should I See My Dermatologist?...My dermatologist said to me, “Well, it looks like we got all the skin cancer out. Those melanomas are tricky, but as...reactions5comments
6 Common Situations That Increase UV Exposure...Anytime the sun is shining, it’s also emitting UV radiation. However, it’s not a constant amount. There are a lot of factors...reactions1comment
Anticipating Questions at the Dermatologist's Office: Theirs and Yours...If you see a dermatologist regularly, you know the importance of the back-and-forth with your doctor. Because you are there to talk...reactions1comment
Help Center...You’ve come to the right place! Get answers to the most frequently asked questions about the inner workings of SkinCancer.net, as well...
The Lotion Woman, That's Me...Guillermo del Toro has a fascinating series called Cabinet of Curiosities. Within its short run of 8 episodes, there exists a character...reactions4comments
Remember to Put on Sunscreen in the Winter...It was four degrees, but sunny, on the morning of the 5K run that I had signed up to do. The Hot...reactionscomments
Do People Care about Your Scars?...I’ve had skin cancer and skin cancer surgery twice. Because of this, I have one kind of large scar under one eye...reactions5comments
Second Skin Cancer Experience...I’m 59, in 2013 I was diagnosed with a malignant melanoma on my neck from a mole that was removed. I was...reactions3comments
Applying for Social Security Disability Benefits...Living with a chronic health condition may make working impossible at some point. Your symptoms can affect your ability to get your...
Disability Benefits...When you have a chronic medical condition, there may be times when you are not able to work. This can seriously affect...
Workplace Considerations...Everyone deserves to be treated fairly at work, including people with chronic medical conditions or disabilities. It is not only the right...
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...
Managing Healthcare Expenses...Managing a chronic health condition can take a financial toll on you and your family. Costs add up quickly from medicines, testing...
My Best Beach Day Ever...I don’t go to the beach as much as I used to and I used to go a lot. I was literally born...reactions4comments
Should You Engage with Strangers about Skin Cancer?...Recently, I was in a group on social media where someone asked about tanning while on a certain medication. Along with myself...reactions6comments
Skin Cancer Protection Following a Diagnosis: An Ultra-conservative Approach...Each of us has a different skin cancer story, and for this reason, skin protection following a skin cancer diagnosis is not...reactions4comments
