Protecting the New Skin You're In: Post-Efudex Tips...Efudex is a big deal. Despite what many of us hear from prescribing physicians--it’s can be a real ordeal. From the itching and burning sensation during treatment to the withdrawal-type...reactions10comments
Efudex cream...Hello from the UK. Came across your site whilst researching side effects of Efudex cream. Apologies in advance for the long post. My GP was concerned by a couple of...reactions14replies
Building Healthy Habits for Life after Mohs...I’m no stranger to surgeries. I’m currently 6 weeks into recovery from a third surgery on my right arm. All three of these surgeries were from self-inflicted athletic injuries. I...reactions1comment
Sunscreen and Children...I would like to think I have done a good job of educating my own two children on the dangers of skin cancer. They have known nothing but a sunscreen-slathered...reactions5repliesPreventionAwarenessFriends & Family
Concerning Area...I am concerned that these two spots on my chest are dangerous. I have had numerous sun burns, loved in Arizona for 22 years, and visited tanning beds for a...reactions1replyDiagnosis
How Does Radiation Treat Skin Cancers?...Like the rest of your skin, skin cancers are made up of cells. The difference between the cells of healthy skin and cancerous skin is in the genetic makeup, also...reactions5comments
At Farm Yoga, Doing my Part to Prevent Skin Cancer...Recently I wrote about going back to backyard yoga, and now I bring you farm yoga! But there's a twist - this fitness class actually turned into an opportunity for...reactions1comment
Why Is Skin Cancer On the Rise?...You might think that with all the knowledge out there about skin cancer that the rates are declining. Unfortunately, that’s not true. But why is it that skin cancer is...reactions1comment
Tanning Salons – Big Business at Our Expense...Throughout my lifetime, trends and fads have come and gone. The eighties had great music, lots of good movies, and some interesting clothing choices. The music from that decade is...reactions3comments
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 that can quickly increase the UV intensity, putting...reactions1comment
CANCER and DEPRESSION...I do not know much medical terms, I had HIV. And now I not somehow good. medication continues..., don't know how to get rid of etching, but I cannot say...reactions4repliesDepression
Looking for the Positives After Finding a Suspicious Area...Every six months, I have an appointment with my dermatologist for a full skin check. These appointments are typically in June and December. Overall, the June appointments have gone pretty...reactions1comment
What do you wish your doctor had told you about Efudex? ...Did you feel prepared for what you experienced during treatment? Were there side effects you wish someone had warned you about?...reactions8repliesTreatment
5 Things Sometimes Mistaken for Skin Cancer...You should always be aware of any changes in your skin. Skin cancer is best treated when caught early. While this may worry you, sometimes there are things that look...reactions1comment
Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Foot - Path Report shows positive margin...I just viewed my path report but haven't been able to speak yet to the dermatologist who did a wide excision on my foot last week. The SCC came up...reactionsreplies
Community Member Spotlight: Linda Curtis...Editor’s Note: This guest post was written by Linda Curtis, who shares her experience of being diagnosed with metastatic melanoma as a young adult. She talks about her skin cancer...reactions1comment
Common Skin Cancer Misconceptions, Finding Your Bridge...I spent another long day photographing eagles and other wildlife at the bridge last weekend. It was really hot and humid and very buggy. Over and over I heard people...reactionscomments
Has anyone tried tele-med or tele-health with regard to skin cancer? What was your experience like?...Tele-med seems to become bigger and bigger these days. What has been your experience? Were you satisfied? What worked and what didn't work well?...reactions4repliesDiagnosisSymptomsTreatment
A History of Radiation in Skin Cancer Treatment...I am a radiation therapist working in a dermatology office treating non-melanoma skin cancers with superficial radiation therapy. This statement no longer even seems unique to me. For many patients...reactions3comments
Skin Cancer Advocacy at the Highest Levels...“So, why are we here today?” That one question launched my skin cancer advocacy mission. It wasn't asked by a family member or friend or even someone I had just...reactions2comments
