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Eileen Bailey

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Living with Metastatic Melanoma

A diagnosis of metastatic melanoma is devastating news. The 10 year survival rate is less than 10 percent. [1] Recent treatments have given hope, doubling the life expectancy of some patients. [2]  research is ongoing with scientists searching for more answers, more treatments and better outcomes.   And there are survivors. On the AIM... Read moreChevron
posted 12/26/2012, comments (0)|
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New Research on Treatment for Metastatic Melanoma

For patients with metastatic melanoma, treatment options are limited. But research into finding new medications and treatments continue. The following are some of the newest developments and studies on treatments for this disease. The medication Zelboraf was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in August 2011 to treat metastatic... Read moreChevron
posted 12/19/2012, comments (0)|
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Treatment Options for Metastatic Melanoma

Metastatic melanoma is the most dangerous form of skin cancer. Early detection is important in treating it; once it spreads to other areas of the body, treatment options become very limited.  Some of the types of treatments used are:   Immunotherapy Immunotherapy uses drugs to work with your immune system to slow or stop the growth... Read moreChevron
posted 12/12/2012, comments (0)|
Eileen Bailey

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Metastatic Melanoma

Melanoma is a type of skin cancer. Although it is the least common form of skin cancer, it is considered the most aggressive and most dangerous form. It begins in the outermost layer of the skin, the epidermis. In men, melanomas usually occur on the chest and back; in women the most common location is on the legs, neck and face. Melanoma can... Read moreChevron
posted 12/05/2012, comments (0)|
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Sunless Tanning for the Tanned Look all Year Round

We all know that sun exposure has been linked to skin cancer. But protecting your skin from dangerous UV rays doesn’t mean you can’t have a tan. Sunless tanning products have come a long way over the past several decades.   In the early days of sunless tanning, there was Coppertone. Unfortunately, it left your skin looking more... Read moreChevron
posted 11/27/2012, comments (0)|

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