Basal Cell Carcinoma...After initially going to the GP with a burning itching spot on my forehead and being told to be comfortable in my skin and to come back in 6 months...reactions15comments
basal cell carcinoma surgery...I was diagnosed with infiltrative invasive basal cell carcinoma on my upper lip reaching to the vermillion. One doctor proposed 1 or 2 flaps in my case. One for vermillion...reactionsrepliesSurgery
Risk/benefit for Mohs near facial nerve...I have a BCC in the area of the temporal nerve near my eye. If this area is excised by Mohs, sometimes the nerve is cut--causing permanent paralysis of the...reactions4repliesTreatment
Community Member Spotlight: Meet Mike Hyder...Our Facebook community member, Mike Hyder, has been on a rollercoaster when it comes to diagnosing and treating his melanoma. He had various treatments done after the melanoma spread to...reactions3comments
Facts About Dysplastic Nevus Syndrome You Should Know...If you're not familiar with dysplastic nevus syndrome, you're not alone. It's also known as atypical mole syndrome (AMS) and was first brought to the attention of a doctor in...reactions2comments
suspicious raised mole on the neck, 2.5mm...Would appreciate any advice about the mole in the attached image (about 2.5mm wide so far, raised). Made an appointment with the doctor but any info would be great in...reactions2repliesPreventionTips & Advice
Can Basal Cell Carcinomas and Squamous Cell Carcinomas Spread?...While I was moderating the SkinCancer.net Facebook page recently, I noticed a question from one of our community members: "can basal cell carcinoma spread?" The question made me realize that...reactionscomments
6 months pregnant skin growth question ...I am currently trying to get into a dermatologist I am on medicaid so not many options. I have what was a wound that turned to a mole like thing...reactions1replyTips & Advice
A Skin Cancer Too Large to be Seen...Working as a superficial radiation therapist treating skin cancers, I have encountered so many interesting patients. But a few unique individuals have left such an impact that has forever changed...reactionscomments
Digital Health vs. Digital Therapeutics...Technology is now a common way to deliver healthcare. Digital health products help prevent, diagnose, or manage chronic conditions. Devices range from wellness apps to artificial intelligence and wearable devices...reactions1comment
Hats Off to Tennis Players Who Wear Hats...As a tennis fanatic, I am so happy to see Wimbledon back in full swing after its cancellation last year. The venerable grass-court tournament – lawn tennis officially – is...reactions1comment
Healing After Skin Cancer Surgery: My, How Things Have Changed...In March of 2007, I had my first skin cancer excision--the first of many procedures to remove cancerous lesions. Almost fourteen years later, a biopsy on my collar bone came...reactionscomments
Spot on foot I’m worried about...Hello, I am a 32 year old male, with a spot near the bottom of my big toe. It is pretty small, but the color and the border has me...reactions3replies
Skin Cancer Can Be Disfiguring...Far too many people think that skin cancer is no big deal. After all, it’s "just" skin cancer, right? Those of us who have had skin cancer know this is...reactions2comments
Looking to talk to people who are dealing with what I am...36 years old basal cell that spread...reactionsreplies
Self-Care During DFSP Journey...Self-care has become an important thing lately, especially for our generation. There are a lot of different activities that can constitute self-care, and of course, they vary by individual. I...reactions1comment
Nose Trouble Grows...I think I have a new least-favorite spot for skin cancer removal: squamous cell carcinoma on my nose. It’s the same spot where a big pimple appears during your teen...reactions20comments
Melanoma Isn’t Always Just in Moles...Melanoma is a serious type of skin cancer and is frequently caused by exposure to ultraviolet radiation, either from exposure to tanning beds or to sunlight, and is frequently found...reactionscomments
Simplifying The Statistics And Learning From Them...When I was first diagnosed with melanoma I did exactly what every doctor would recommend you don’t do: I Googled absolutely everything. By looking up skin cancer statistics I learned...reactionscomments
Weird thing on my head/scalp...Hello, Yesterday while lying in the soffa my girlfriend looked into my hair and found a very weird "skin thing" that is about 7 mm in size. It scared the...reactions4repliesSymptoms
