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Squamous cell in situ with excision and laser treatment

I have two skin cancers on my calves. One was a basal cell that had been there for 5 years and looked like a wart. The other was a squamous cell in situ. I have had both removed during a biopsy and then my Dr. followed up with a laser treatment. His margins were 4 mm. I am not sure whether I should have had to Mohs... Read more Chevron

posted 01/01/2008, comment (1)|

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Amanda Smith

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Treating Skin Cancer with Aloe Vera cream

One of the main causes of skin cancer is U-V radiation. Aloe vera has been found to be a very good and effective sunscreen and a very good moisturizer.

posted 12/17/2007, comment (1)|

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Kevin Berman MD

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Study says cathelicidin and SCTE are potential causes of Rosacea

Hi everyone. Today, we are going to deviate a bit from our usual discussion regarding skin cancer and talk about some new and exciting research regarding rosacea. Rosacea is a very common skin condition, usually affecting people with fair skin. The hallmark of rosacea is the "rosey cheek" appearance wherein people look as if they have... Read more Chevron

posted 11/14/2007, comments (0)|

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Ann

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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

posted 07/03/2007, comments (8)|

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Becky

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Am I at risk of skin cancer if I go tanning once every two weeks?

Everyone I know chastises me for visiting a tanning salon from time to time. I know extensive sun exposure is dangerous, but the truth is, I'm a little skeptical about the alleged danger of exposing myself to UV rays only once every two weeks for no more than 12 minutes. I live in a fairly cold climate, so it's not like I'm getting all that much... Read more Chevron

posted 02/09/2007, comments (4)|

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