Skin biopsies tomorrow......Two weeks ago I did a trip to the dermatologist (after not going for many years) and got a full skin check...reactions3comments
What is Psychodermatology?...Psychodermatology is the study of the connection between the skin and the mind. Understanding and addressing the link between mental health and...reactionscomments
Ask the Advocates: Tips for Sending Photos to Your Doctor...Sometimes the easiest way to communicate with the dermatologist is to email them. And this may involve sending pictures of suspicious spots...reactions3comments
Ask the Advocates: Advice for Seeing the Dermatologist During COVID-19...COVID-19 has certainly changed our lives in many ways. One change is the way we see and interact with healthcare professionals. For...reactionscomments
If I Do Self-Skin Checks, Do I Still Need to See a Dermatologist?...Hopefully, you are in the habit of checking your skin regularly for any areas that may be suspicious or worrisome. New moles...reactionscomments
Sunscreen Basics: Expiration Dates and a Little Creativity...Over the last several years, I have turned into quite the sunscreen hoarder. When you are wearing sunscreen on a daily basis...reactionscomments
Skin Cancer App Warning...It’s amazing that my smartphone now replaces a telephone, an atlas, a calculator, a television, a watch, a typewriter...It seems like there...reactionscomments
Ask the Advocates: What Is the Most Surprising Thing You’ve Learned About Skin Cancer?...Skin cancer is complicated and there are a number of myths out there about prevention and treatment. We asked our SkinCancer.net advocates...reactionscomments
How I Became a SRT Radiation Therapist...As students, we were told that the job outlook in our region was “oversaturated” and that we may need to relocate to...reactions5comments
A Day In The Life of a Young Adult Metastatic Melanoma Survivor...If you didn’t know me, I look like your average 31-year old woman. According to societal norms, I’m a fairly successful 31-year...reactions7comments
Common Topics Discussed During a Full Skin Exam...During a full skin exam, there are questions that patients most commonly ask. The questions are usually about sun protection and how...reactions1comment
The Benefits of Physical Rehabilitation of a Person with Cancer, Part II...As written in part I of this article, it was highlighted that studies examining the therapeutic value of exercise of people with...reactionscomments
My Skin Cancer Journal Giveaway (Now Closed)...From doctor’s appointments to medications to treatment plans, keeping track of everything related to your skin cancer can feel overwhelming. Staying organized...reactionscomments
Excuse Me, Is This Thing On? Being Your Own Melanoma Advocate...Let’s be honest, when it comes to medical stuff, I have no idea - I leave that up to the professionals. But...reactionscomments
Stage 4 Melanoma...For over 4 years I had an area on my back that drove me crazy itching. I went to the same doctor...reactions3comments
Lucky Two Times!...I will be 46 this year. I had my first primary malignant melanoma at the age of 21, in March of 1994...reactions3comments
FDA Approves Libtayo® for Locally Advanced and Metastatic Basal Cell Carcinoma...The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Libtayo® (cemiplimab-rwlc) to treat certain types of locally advanced (cannot be removed by surgery)...reactionscomments
Skin Cancer Defines Me...A year ago July I had a pinched nerve in my neck. I had been adjusted 4 times and on the 5th...reactionscomments
Only God Knows Our Expiration Date...I was diagnosed with Stage 3 Malignant Melanoma (caused by tanning beds) on March 1 of 2000. But my journey really began...reactionscomments
Who me? NO can’t be......My PCP identified a mole on my breast as suspicious at my annual physical in 2017. She gave me the option of...reactions1comment