Melanoma on my scalp ...I was diagnosed a week ago with a melanoma on my scalp. It was discovered by my hairdresser. I had a biopsy and it came back a Melanoma. I am...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDiagnosis
Radiation...For those thinking of going the radiation route, you could have an alarming white circle the size greater than a quarter like I did in the middle of my cheek...Reactions0reactionsComments11 replies
is this treatment doable for my 96 year old mother? ...Her mind is good, but she is bedridden due to severe RA. She is an extremely strong person, but I worry about her mental health. She did survive breast cancer...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCaregiving
Hard bump on finger for years. Changed and painful...Had the bigger redder bump for at least 6 years, but its changed this summer and there is a new smalled one next to it. Should i get this checked?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDiagnosis
Surgery...Is it normal after Mohs surgery on my lip to still have extreme numbness in that area?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSurgery
The Changing Skin Cancer Lifestyle...I think about skin cancer all the time. It now has become a lifestyle. It affects every part of my life. It affects what I wear, where I go, when I...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Annual Treatment...Hi All, I have finished my first round of Eufidix cream + the cream that makes the process speed up. Had my review with my Dermatologist and she has told...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Isotretinoin and Insolar...Hi All, I am curious to see if anyone else has been prescribed the Isotretinoin and Blackmores Insolar. What symptoms have you had if any from taking these? I am...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Treatment of Lips...Hi All, I recently completed a 5 day course of eufidix + the cream to speed up the process on my face. After being to the Dermatologist for review she...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Actinic cheilitis ...I have started using Efudix cream once a day for 4weeks on my bottom lip for actinic cheilitis. I worry after application of cream that when I close my mouth...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Treating Squamous Cell Carcinoma with Injeyof 5-FU...I begin a treatment this week with 5-Floroucil injections for squamous cell carcinoma on my left shin. All of the information I find is about the cream. I plan on...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesAwarenessTips & AdviceSide Effects
Sunny Holidays When You Think the Sun is Doing You Good...From a small child I used to holiday with my grandparents who lived at the seaside. I don't remember ever using sun cream, but do remember nights of being slavered...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Efudex in small areas...Hi all, I use Efudex in small lesions as I find them. If it’s just a spot in my back, how do I keep it from rubbing off on my...Reactions0reactionsComments7 replies
BCC on the back of my (bad) ankle - seeking healing advice...BACKGROUND: I have a new basal cell carcinoma on the back of my rt ankle sitting over the achilles tendon. Last December-2022 I had a failing ankle replacement removed so...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesTips & Advice
Efadux...I have been prescribed this cream by a doctor for AK on my chest. Haven't had any information from the doctor apart from use it for 4 to 6 weeks...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Worried About 5 Year Old Growing Mole...Hi, I noticed that my son's mole has changed in just 8 months. I send a message to his doctor but I'm still really worried and wasn't sure if anyone...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Efudex and hair dye...I’m using Efudex topical my skin has had a mild reaction but my body has been exhausted etc . What I’d like to know is can you have your hair...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesHealthcare Team
Do Your Research and Wear Sunscreen...I recently read about a celebrity who uses Botox, but won’t use sunscreen on her family because in her words, “It’s unnatural.” Now keep in mind, I have no issue...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Invasive squamous cell carcinoma ...Had a scabby, itchy spot on the skin of my jaw are that wasn’t healing. Diagnosed with invasive squamous cell carcinoma on the skin of my jawbone. Biopsy sample was...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDiagnosis
Tolak Day 9...How can I tell when enough is enough? My skin on my chin is so dark red & crusted it looks near brown and is splitting. I am on day...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesTips & Advice
