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...reactions2comments
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?...reactions4replies
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...reactions5comments
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....reactions3replies
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...reactions4replies
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions8comments
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...reactions8comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions1reply
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions5replies
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions3replies
Telling YOUR Story...I remember the very instant that it hit me. I was in Albany, New York, sitting in front of New York State Senator, Patrick Gallivan. I was part of a...reactionscomments
Face-Palms and Riding Mowers...Yard work is rolling to a close soon, for some of you that is. Those of us in the steamy and stubborn south have several weeks left to find creative...reactionscomments
Should I cut my hair for surgery?...I have been diagnosed with basal skin cancer on my head. I have very long hair. Should I cut my hair prior to surgery?...reactions3replies
I’m scared for biopsy results...I just had a small mole removed, the dermatologist looked at it, and said that it looked normal, though it was a little larger than an eraser and she said...reactions3replies
