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Efudex Question ...I’m on day four of a four week, twice per day regimen of Efudex on my back. I’ve been putting a tee...reactions7repliesTopical Medication
Sunscreen Dispensers: Small Objects, Big Impact...On a hot July afternoon, after a ferry ride with my family to beautiful Nantucket Island, I got off the boat in...reactions3comments
Beach, Pool, Pond, or Lake, How do you prepare for the sun?...This time of the year many of the people want to cool off near water. What is your strategy to protect your...reactions13repliesAwarenessTravelTips & Advice
skin cancer forming on skin injuries...Recently I have noticed when I gave Surgery to remove my skin cancer, or if I injure my skin the cut or...reactionsrepliesRecurrence
Kent Gilliam: Profile of a Fighter...As our first telephone interview wound down, I asked Kent Gilliam, a stage IV melanoma survivor, what message he wanted to send...reactions2comments
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...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...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...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...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...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...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...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...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...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...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...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...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...reactions1comment
