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Hi I had a melanoma recurrence removed around 6 weeks ago. Has anyone had a recurrence more than once? I'm just concerned it may keep coming back. Thank you Karen
Hello, I had Stage 3a melanoma 3 years ago: it spread to lymph nodes in groin. They were removed. I had Targeted Therapy (Dab + Tram). I did have to break the Targeted treatment after 6 months, because they found a Stage 1b breast cancer, which was...
Since having a melanoma stage 1 removed from my forearm last year I am absolutely terrified of going out in the sun. I use factor 50 and have bought hats and cover up clothing from Solaris, but I am terrified to let the sun touch my skin anywhere. Do...
I posted in here earlier this year asking for anyone with a stage 4 good news story to keep me feeling positive. I got some lovely replies which really helped me and now I'm so happy to say I have my own good news story to share with you and I really...
Hi I've had a mole removed on my upper arm and its come back as a 2a so the consultant is doing a wle a week on Monday. It's terrified me and I'm now thinking all my moles and freckles are different/raised etc. I went out to meet family today and I...
I am currently waiting for a biopsy on my nail as my GP suspects melanoma. I’m scared
Hello everyone, Thank you for taking time to read and perhaps offer advice. I was diagnosed with Stage 3 MM in Feb which had spread to my Groin Lymph Nodes. I had them taken out at the end of March and have recovered quite well from the surgery. However...
How are you getting on with side effects
Good morning I had my wle yesterday, it was a bit daunting but I'm glad it's done. Its on the top of my arm and is quite a long scar but the surgeon has done a really good job. It's a bit achey and feels heavy but hopefully will heal ok. I have to say...
Any have any experience of melanoma spreading to fingernail bed? Any info would be much appreciated.
