Infographic: Pain Management Treatment and Care...In September of 2019, Health Union (the parent company of SkinCancer.net) partnered with the US Pain Foundation for our first ever Chronic Pain in America survey to ask members of...reactionscomments
Prescription Shampoo Works Better on Hair Than in Closet...I don’t know how long I’ve had the bottle of ketoconazole 2% shampoo laying around, but I know one thing for certain: It isn’t going to be useful unopened. One...reactionscomments
What should I expect after Mohs surgery?...I am having Mohs surgery for SSC (the size of a quarter on the back of my hand) on Sept 23rd. I work in a bakery so lots of hand...reactions4replies
Non-Melanoma Quiz: Test Your Knowledge...Looking for the melanoma quiz? Click here! There are several types of skin cancer that are considered non-melanoma. However, the most common non-melanoma skin cancers are basal cell carcinoma (BCC)...reactionscomments
Melanoma Quiz: Test Your Knowledge...Looking for the non-melanoma quiz? Click here!Melanoma is more likely than non-melanoma skin cancers to invade deeper layers of skin. This skin cancer can metastasize and spread to other parts...reactionscomments
To Cover or Not to Cover, Your Whole Face...When I went to meet my boyfriend for a bike ride, I did a double-take. He was standing at the corner, holding his bike, and looking like...a bank robber. His...reactionscomments
Should I ask for a second opinion?...I'm 74 years old and in good health. I've been prescribed Efudex 5% cream for a mark on my chest however I haven't been to see a dermatologist. Should I...reactions1reply
COVID-19 Risks for People with Cancer...Editor’s Note: This article was first published on August 20, 2020. Further developments in what we know about the coronavirus are continuously emerging. Cancer and its treatments can weaken the...reactionscomments
Getting in the Right Headspace: My Immunotherapy Routine...I am a big believer in mind over matter and through this whole process, I have been on a mission to remain positive. So, I have created an immunotherapy routine...reactionscomments
Community Views: Advice to Those Newly Diagnosed with Skin Cancer...Being diagnosed with skin cancer can create a mix of different emotions; fear, anxiety, regret, loneliness, anger, and so many more. Advice from others who have also received a skin...reactions4comments
Does freezing precancerous areas work as well as the chemo cream?...Hi. I go to dermatologist every 6 months. I was told to put fluorouracil on just precancerous areas, once a night. I usually have the areas zapped or frozen. Not...reactions2replies
Supporting a Family Member With Cancer...One of the most important parts of any serious medical diagnosis is having the support of family and friends, however, if you haven’t experienced something similar yourself then knowing what...reactionscomments
Awareness, Education, Action...As we drift through summer during these unprecedented times, I am still surprised by how much the general public doesn’t understand about skin cancer and its dangers. May was melanoma...reactionscomments
Efudex: Treating Your Chest...Efudex is a topical chemotherapy used to treat actinic keratosis. The cream, also known as fluorouracil, works to rid the skin of precancerous cells your physician deems suspect. It is...reactions14comments
Melanoma: It's More Than Just a Wacky Mole...I remember when I was first diagnosed with melanoma back in 1988. I saw a dermatologist at the recommendation of a nurse that I had met at a pool party...reactionscomments
Tumor Humor: Coping With Cancer With a (Twisted) Sense of Humor...I recently joined Stupid Cancer’s Digital Cancer Con and got to participate in some very excellent sessions for young adults with cancer. One of my personal favorites was a session...reactionscomments
Battleships...I had a BCC removed approximately 2 years ago from my right shoulder. Then, not by design, I did not see my dermatologist until the end of May that just...reactions2comments
How Not to Pack for a Vacation in Warm Climates...As usual, I overpacked. And on top of that, I didn’t choose well for my trip to California, where it was much warmer. Let’s start with necklines. I need to...reactionscomments
Celebrating Good News...Sixteen. That is my estimate of how many skin checks I have had with a dermatologist over the last five years. And at almost every single one of those appointments...reactions9comments
Why Tanning Culture Needs to Change...Healthy glow vs. you look sick. Sun-kissed skin vs. are you a vampire? The list goes on when it comes to the ways people describe someone with a tan vs...reactionscomments