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posted 07/31/2007, comment (1)

Should I be worried?

Hi, I have several light brown spots that have appeared in the last month on my left shoulder. They are slightly raised but relatively flat. I have done some research but have not been able to identify what they could be. I do take several medications, at least one of which could render me more sensitive to the sun. I also suffer from acne... Read more Chevron

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Ann

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Living With It

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posted 07/03/2007, comments (6)

After Aldara Treatment

Hi, I found that a large scaly place on my right cheek was Squamous Cell Cancer on May 8th. Because of the large size my doctor wanted to try Aldara for one month. I applied it three time a week. I stopped on June 13th and visited the doctor on the 19th. He was well pleased with how it looked. It was very red... Read more Chevron

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doglady10920

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Recovered From

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posted 06/19/2007, comments (0)

Going to Mexico

I had a squamous cell cancer removed from my upper lip 1 year ago. I had a Moh's procedure done- it was kinda scarey- but the area was very tiny. Anyway, I am going to a resort in Mexico with a friend who worships the sun. She keeps telling me I should get a "base" tan before we go, so I won't burn. This sounds contraindicatory to me. I... Read more Chevron

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jotd

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Interested

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posted 06/13/2007, comments (0)

What to expect when having a biopsy?

I have a birthmark on the back of my thigh that has recently raised. The dermatologist would like to do a biopsy. She described it as a scraping that will not require stiches. Can someone explain the process and will it hurt? Also, I actually saw a physician's assistant and not the actual MD. Is this common? ... Read more Chevron

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timaydo

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Friend/Family

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posted 05/31/2007, comments (0)

want to hear your stories

hello, i would like to hear some of your stories.. i recently had my uncle die of melanoma in december.. i am doing a research project on melanoma and would like to hear stories from ordinary people who i look up to everyday...

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