Melanoma stinks. Please avoid it if possible.
I just went in to a convenient store to grab a newspaper and came across a disturbing conversation. As I got in line to pay for my paper I stood behind a woman with a large triangular white bandage across what I thought was her nose. Apparently I was wrong. She no longer had a nose.
What really got to me was the conversation she had with the clerk, who had about four reddish black sores on his face. Both were dealing with melanoma - skin cancer - and both were joking about who would die sooner. Of course laughter was probably a relief to the stress they were feeling, but it stressed me out.
Folks, Melanoma is not funny at all, in fact it is the most serious form of cancer. It is deadly and the mere thought of having pieces of my face removed frequently to remove cancerous moles......nonetheless removing my nose makes me want to go buy a closet full of sun block and hats. Don't screw around! It's summer, the sun will be blazing and it is dangerous.
Take some action to protect your life. Skin cancer is the most avoidable type of cancer and I suggest you do so. Cover up with a high SPF sun block at all times, wear hats, avoid the sunniest portions of the day and definitely avoid tanning booths. If my experience with the nose-less woman isn't enough incentive for you to take action visit Melanoma.Com. It's compelling.
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3-23-2007 @ 8:10PM
Dr. Lycka said...
Skin caner does stink. Do yourself a favor and get moles that are changing checked
Dr. Lycka
President
Canadain Skin Cancer Foundation
www.canadianskincancer.com
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3-28-2007 @ 9:19PM
Brian said...
Dermatologists always ask if you have any new or changing moles since these are a suspicious sign. However, it is very difficult to answer that question accurately.
However, there is a new and inexpensive software that does an image comparison of body images that make it easy to find new or changing moles. You can get more details and see a demo at http://www.dermalert.com . It also lets you do something for your health with your digital camera -- in the privacy of your own home. This is particularly important for people at high risk, such as those with lots of moles, a previous biopsy, fair skin or a history of sunburns. They need to keep checking for the rest of their lives.
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