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Is Your City Sun Smart?

Surely everybody knows by now that exposure to the ultraviolet rays from the sun can pose a risk for developing skin cancer. Or do they? It seems that some cities are smarter when it comes to sun protection and skin cancer risks than others. An on-line poll  conducted by the American Academy of Dermatology  revealed that three cities... Read moreChevron
posted 10/31/2010, comments (0)|
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Nodular Melanoma

In my previous post we talked about a subtype of melanoma called lentigo maligna melanoma. In this post we will discuss another melanoma variant called nodular melanoma. While lentigo maligna melanoma is relatively slow growing, nodular melanoma is not. It can be one of the most aggressive types of melanoma and the most lethal. Here are some... Read moreChevron
posted 09/28/2010, comments (0)|
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Lentigo Maligna and Lentigo Maligna Melanoma

In a previous post we defined the skin cancer term, melanoma in situ, as the earliest and most treatable stage of melanoma. Lentigo maligna (LM) is a subtype of melanoma in-situ. If this cancer progresses it is diagnosed as Lentigo Maligna Melanoma (LMM). We will discuss this type of melanoma skin cancer and the latest research findings on... Read moreChevron
posted 09/28/2010, comments (0)|
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Skin Cancer Terms: Melanoma In Situ

When you or your loved one gets a diagnosis of skin cancer you may hear terminology which is new to you. The best person to ask about the meanings of terms used during your doctor visit is your doctor. Yet it can difficult to ask all the questions we want to because appointments can be rushed for time. Another reason we may not ask all of our... Read moreChevron
posted 09/28/2010, comments (0)|
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melanoma and RA

I have had RA for ten years and am currently taking prednisone, methotrexate, plaquenil and humira.  I was recently diagnosed with malignant melanoma.  Does anyone else who takes these meds have or have had melanoma?  Did you stop any of the drugs if so?
posted 09/27/2010, comments (2)|
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