Mother with Invasive Squamous Cell Carcinoma...Hello - I write here for my mother. She has had many burns and Mohs surgery for squamous cell growths. She has had reconstructive surgery on her left, lower eye...Reactions0reactionsComments23 comments
I Get By With a Little Help From My Friends...I have to share about a time that hit me like a brick. I was in Philadelphia with other contributors and moderators from Skincancer.net and other similar health community-based websites...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Skin Cancer Anxieties: Isolation & Misunderstanding...In this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing physical health conditions. Phrases in quotes are the words of our community members across various conditions on what it’s...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
10,000 Reasons to Celebrate...At the end of September 2018, SkinCancer.net got its 10,000th ‘like’ for our Facebook page (here’s looking at you, Michael H!). I admit I had been keeping an eye on...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Coping with Reality: Dermatologist Visit Edition..."Everything off but your underwear, gown open to the back. We'll be back to get started in a few" - who knew these words would become as second nature to...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Can I ask a derm for a more thorough skin check?...We've heard of community members having to ask for a look at their scalp or more private areas. Have you ever had to ask for a more thorough skin check?...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
Efudex: This, Too, Shall Pass...I’ve had moments of panic, and I am sure you have as well. I’ve panicked when I’ve been pulled underwater by a strong wave. I’ve felt what can only be...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
3 days post BCC excision...My friends said this would be no big deal, but I'm very emotional looking at 3 in. of stitches down my arm. I wasn't expecting this....Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
New with BBC...Hi, noticed a small mole on my back couple of years ago. Pointed it out to my Gp. She felt it was nothing to worry about but asked if I...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
From Head to Toe, Skin Cancer Can Appear in Unexpected Places...The places where I didn’t know you could get skin cancer – inside your outer ear and under your toenail – are places where it actually can happen. I know...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
CBD Oil (The Legal Kind) and Skin Cancer...The state where I live, Indiana, isn’t known for being particularly progressive. CBD oil was a hot topic in legislation for a long time before our governor signed a bill...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Get Naked (!!!), Get Checked..."Get Naked, Get Checked." I've said this statement multiple times, trying to encourage people to get a skin check. I don't know if I'll ever stop saying it. However, we...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Skin Cancer and Your Diet...Can what you eat help prevent skin cancer? Mounting evidence says that when it comes to your skin and cancer, the old adage is true. You (and your skin) are...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What does "in transit" melanoma mean?...From a community member on Facebook: Can you explain the difference between reccurrence vs “ in transit “ melanoma? I’ve found some articles on the internet but thought I’d see...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
FDA Approves Immunotherapy Drug Libtayo for Advanced Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma...On September 28, 2018, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Libtayo (cemiplimab-rwlc) for the treatment of metastatic or locally advanced cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (CSCC). This approval is...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Mohs Surgery: I’m Too Young – Right?...Back when I had my first Mohs surgery, I noticed something – I seemed to be the youngest person in the waiting room. It may be interesting to know that...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Dermatologists and Dentists: Biopsy Fatigue...I am not a huge fan of going to see the dentist. The high-pitched drill, the pain, the needles: it’s all a bit too much at times. I don’t mind...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What symptoms alerted you to a problem spot?...What signs did you see that your mole or spot might be skin cancer? Were they the common symptoms or something else? If you didn't have any, how did they...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Skin Cancer Community on Instagram...Did you know that you can find the SkinCancer.net community on Instagram? We're excited to continue sharing the same great information and messages about living with skin cancer as part...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Anyone have melanoma tied to genetic mutations?...One of our community members is looking for information: “I’m having difficulty finding information/support for melanoma/skin cancer with genetics as the cause. It has been determined that my melanoma is...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
