Update High Risk Melanoma - Amelanotic nodular scalp melanoma, with several satellites

Hi there, I am stage 3C nodular melanoma with 2 micro satellites on my neck. I’m due to start treatment at the beginning of next week (I finally had my oncology appointment yesterday so they are now moving fast) after a 6 month wait since my diagnosis. It’s been 16 weeks since my second surgery and they don’t like to leave it later than that post-surgery. The waiting has been the hardest bit so my heart goes out to you. Do you know your B-RAF status?

Hello Mamski,  that's a long wait you've had. Glad to hear you are starting, I assume systemic treatment. I hope all goes well for you.   I am BRAF positive. 

Thank you. I am starting targeted therapy with BRAF/MEK inhibitors which is what you will be offered. I was offered immunotherapy as well but with the BRAF status I believe it’s wise to target the faulty gene. I can have immunotherapy later if I have a recurrence. Less severe side effects reported with targeted therapy as well. 

Thanks for your replies and information, I really appreciate it. I'll ask more at my next appointment, I was just relieved by the results of Pet scan couldn't think about questions. I hope your treatment goes well. Let us know how you get on.