following a biopsy at the end of May I was diagnosed with melanoma, I subsequently had a large lesion removed from my calf on 25 June with 18 stitches. This was confirmed as PT2a, however the dermatologist explained that a satellite was found which would change my staging to a stage 3 diagnosis. Four weeks ago I had a full body PET scan and a brain scan. I was told yesterday that both scans were clear. The nurse I spoke to said the MDT we’re meeting to discuss the way forward for me but there is a strong possibility that I will need more surgery, she said it was a “ belt and braces” approach, they will contact me with an appointment as soon as a decision has been made. Although it was such a relief to have clear scans I can’t help thinking that it’s almost too good to be true. I don’t think I’ve heard of anyone diagnosed with stage 3 melanoma with satellites who just had WLE and no other treatment. My family can’t understand why I’m not celebrating this news, but I can’t help but think this treatment plan is not robust. I’m not sure what if anything I should do.
