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...reactions2replies
Running with the Skin Cancer Warriors...Last Saturday, in the driving rain, I ran with a small but determined group of skin cancer warriors. As the Melanoma Research Foundation organizers and speakers repeated so eloquently, "Cancer...reactionscomments
How Do Liquid Biopsies Work?...Liquid biopsies are an exciting testing tool for skin cancer. This simple blood test can identify the genetic makeup of tumors and assess the best treatment plan in a non-invasive...reactionscomments
Skin Cancer - Party of 1...As the saying goes, "one is a lonely number". And as far as cancer goes, skin cancer is a lonely cancer. I’ve had skin cancer for over 23 years. For...reactions8comments
Do you get self-conscious about skin checks?...Did you ever get nervous about stripping down at the derm? Do you still?...reactions3replies
Advocating and Educating...Awareness can mean different things to different people. When it comes to skin cancer, awareness can refer to a connection with someone who has the condition, an understanding of what...reactionscomments
Wondering What You Did to Deserve Skin Cancer...When I got the diagnosis of skin cancer, my first thoughts were wondering what was going to happen to me. However, my next thoughts were wondering what I had done...reactionscomments
The Benefits of Physical Rehabilitation of a Person with Cancer, Part I...Hearing the dreaded diagnosis of cancer is something no one wishes to hear. Many questions come along with it… What kind? How bad? How long do I have? What do...reactionscomments
If a squamous cell carcinoma that was removed 4.5 years ago had spread, would I know by now?...Maybe this is a silly question. I had a relatively small cutaneous horn on the top of my ear for a few months (smaller diameter than a pencil) and the...reactions1reply
Pack Your Parasol!...While communicating with one of our community members, my response included a rhetorical question about bringing back the parasol as a fashion statement and necessity. Thereafter, I noticed several favorable...reactionscomments
College Students and Tanning...“You look great. You’re so tan!” Ah...the college years in the 1980’s in Southern California, full of fraternity parties, dinner dates, movies in Westwood, and oneself. Healthy body, healthy glow...reactionscomments
What is photodynamic aka "blue light" therapy like?...Have you used photodynamic or blue light therapy? What advice would you share?...reactions20replies
Practicing Long-Term Monitoring...Many of our community members feel that awareness is about self-advocacy and diligence. Monitoring yourself or your loved ones for skin cancer is a way to increase awareness and to...reactionscomments
What is it like to have a skin graft?...Does anyone have experience with skin grafts? Can you share what to expect and how to prepare and cope?...reactions1reply
Skin Picking: A Habit That's Hard to Break...My urge to pick at my skin while living with skin cancer is so strong – and often irresistible – that I thought I might have a disorder. For example...reactionscomments
Melanoma: A Blessing...You did not read that wrong, my malignant melanoma was a blessing in disguise. Let me start with a dream that woke me up at 2:00 a.m. on January 1...reactions2comments
Age Spots By Any Other Name...I remember exactly when it happened. I was driving to school, and I caught a glimpse of my hand wrapped around the steering wheel. I’m still not sure what made...reactions2comments
Cumulative Sun Exposure..."But, I only tan once in a while." "I haven't burned in years." "It really is not a bad burn." "I need to burn to get a base tan to...reactionscomments
Can Atypical Moles Become Skin Cancer?...Atypical nevi, also called atypical moles or dysplastic nevi, have been associated with an increased risk of developing melanoma. However, the possibility of an atypical mole transforming into skin cancer...reactionscomments
