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Skin Cancer

Archives for July 2017

Basal cell carcinoma (perirectum)
We just got biopsy results yesterday that my mom has Basal cell carcinoma, its located on the perineum skin closer to the anus area. I haven't got to see report but this is all he told my mom and said its the most treatable type. My mom has had Melanoma in the past that was taken off by Wide local excision back in 2013…
Skin graft
I recently found out that I have to have a skin graft after a series of tumors are removed from my scalp. The idea of shaving my head is bothersome, but what is really worrying me is the skin graft. I have no idea what to expect. I'm getting different information from everyone I speak with. Has anyone had this done? I…
New mole, help?
Hi everyone, I was wondering if I could get some insight on my new mole. I spotted it 2 days ago, it was dark brown and slightly raised. (It's in the middle of both pictures) The first picture is from when I spotted it. And the second picture is from today, I lightly scratched it(itchy) and some of it peeled off. It…
Stage 2 Melanoma - Preventing Nausea when taking Dabrafenib (Tafinlar)
A friend of mine has Stage 2 Melanoma skin cancer and she is going to be taking Dabrafenib. Does anyone have experience taking this drug? Are there any tips or suggestions anyone can offer related to nausea when taking this medication? Thank you for any information you can provide!

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