Possible melanoma?...I have a black spot on my leg, picked at it, scabbed, and when I picked offf the scab, it contains the...reactions2repliesDiagnosis
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...reactions18comments
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!...reactions3repliesAwareness
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...reactions1comment
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...reactions6comments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactions5repliesSurgery
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...reactions1comment
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...reactions3repliesTips & 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...reactions1comment
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions4comments
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...reactions7repliesAwareness
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...reactions10comments
FeaturedSuperficial Radiation Therapy (SRT) Experiences...Has anyone had superficial radiation therapy (SRT) to treat their skin cancer? What was your experience like? Share in this forum!...reactions5repliesTreatment
Covering a Rash a Slippery Slope...It’s probably safe to say that most people who have used or applied Tegaderm (a transparent film dressing) have not considered it...reactionscomments
