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Anyone Else Out There Have a Child W/ a Congenital Nevi or Has One Themself????
Turned out it was MALIGNANT MELANOMA. That's the bad skin cancer. Surgery was performed and she's had 7 or 8 more spots removed that have been fine. ...
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- Well my son doesn't have exactly the same thing but he does have a big birth mark on his belly and several small ones in various other places. When he was really smal...
- " The lifetime risk of malignant degeneration in a large congenital nevus is approximately 6 percent. " There was a distinction in the article between "large" and s...
- i think you mean "hemangioma", not "hematoma". here is a link from wikipedia that is really informative: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hemangioma
Cancer
Cancer hit very much home for me , My mother had a malignant Melanoma ( deadliest of the skin cancer ) She passed on 2 1/2/ years ago . ...
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- Hi T. ,My mom has breast cancer and the medical bills are crazy.She found a group called the Cancer alliance and they help with some of your bills.I hope that helps co...
- Hi T., Have you tried applying for SSI? If you are not working and have medical documentation, then you should apply. You can do it online or call the local social ...
- T., My heart goes out to you. I am the former Assistant Transplant Coordinator for the Bone Marrow Transplant Center at Florida Hospital, and have worked with many ...
Seeking Dermatologist
Dr. James San Filipo with Dermatology & Skin Cancer Center. ... I had malignant melanoma in 2000 and regularly get skin checks for suspicious moles. ...
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- Colleen Reiscz(Sounds like REESE) MD Superb, excellent diagnostician and certified in Mohs surgery. She has an office near SMMC.
- I highly recommend Dr. Amanda Tausher with Johnson county dermatology in Olathe or Elizabeth Spenceri she had an office near OP regional. Last year I had a mole remove...
- Hi S., I LOVE my dermatologist and have had several moles removed by him. David M. O'Connell at Dermatology Consultants Midwest, 5000 W. 95th Street, Suite 170, PV. ...
Tanning
Plus, you're putting yourself at risk for skin cancer, the most preventable cancer out ... If you have fair skin, you are at a higher risk of melanoma. ...
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- I've never done spray, but I have some tanning cream made by Banana Boat that I like. It takes some practice to not get streaks, and I definitely recommend putting reg...
- I had the same problem, only it was before my wedding. Here's what I would recommend - depending on time (do you have 4 or more months?) I would actually try a spray t...
- Definitely do the spray tan if you must look tan. My sister-in-law just had a mole that was diagnosed as melanoma removed and luckily they caught it in time and it ha...
Good Moistorizing Lotion for Woman That Are Tanning
I moved to Oregon at the age of 18, and had my first skin cancer at age 34. In the past 21 years, I have had surgeries for 2 malignant melanomas and about ...
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- People kinda give me a strange look when I say this, but I tan as well and after I am done I use Avon's Skin So Soft Soft and Sensual lotion. I use it after every show...
- Sense products are really amazing for that ashy feeling. If you would like a free sample, give me a call. The products are self-preserving (no preservatives) and you n...
- I'm with the other person who responded to you to not tan. She is right about the cancer. I work in the medical field and it is sad to see what people will put thems...
Mole Removal
Looking for a Dermatologist for Myself and My Son for Skin Cancer? 7 · Dealing with Melanoma and My 20yr.old Daughter ...
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- I might not have the spelling right but Jonith Breadon is an amazing derm on Lincoln Park. Also, she discuss options and will not recommend removal unless she thinks ...
- Candace Thrash at Swedish Covenant!! She's the BEST!! I can't find her phone number!! If you would like to speak with a live representative to find a doctor, call ...
- Hi A., I used to work for a fabulous dermatologist/cosmetic surgeon. Her name is Dr. Collette Ara-Honore. She works at the Advocate Health Center and also has an o...
Sunscreen
The rising rate of skin cancer has put using sunblock right up there with flossing your ... and progression of a range of human cancers, including melanoma. ...
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- Hi J., My advice isn't about sunscreens, but about the time of day. Supposedly the worst time to be out is between 11-2pm. Just a few more questions. Does your son g...
- Hi J., Don't forget to have your baby wear a rash guard that is long sleeved and goes ALL THE WAY to the wrists. Many are made that cut off at the elbow or above. B...
- We use a hat that ties on and a long sleeve/long leg sunsuit. That way we only have to worry about putting some block on her nose and cheeks. We have bought suits fr...
Itching After a Sunburn
And I end up with skin cancer. So it can happen soooooo easily. Please use sunscreen from now on. That sunburn has caused damage, you don't need anymore. ...
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- There could be something in the lotion that you are sensitive to or allergic to. I am allergic to cocoa butter,(and chocolate) If I use a lotion that has cocoa butter ...
- i'll echo the aloe vera idea. it really is just dry/dead skin, although you are moisturizing - i'm sure it'd be much worse if you weren't! hope it gets better soon!
- The itch is caused from the burn healing. If you want to take the itch out do what hospitals do. They use shaving cream, regular foam shaving cream. Spread it on an...
Is Sun Clothing a Good Buy ?
My father recently had a melanoma removed from his chest and my father in law ... might protect from sunburn and maybe even skin cancer but some cause it. ...
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- I have used "rash guard" shirts for my kids every year for 7 years. We live in SC and go on two week beach trips. The shirts are comfortable and allow them to stay o...
- I just got a beach umbrella at Costco that is SPF rated. I plan to sit under it while we are in Florida -- because I am very fair! An SPF rated umbrella may be good ...
- hey A., i have 2 little boys, one that is 26 months and one that is almost 7 months. so, my little one hasn't had the chance to really be in the sun yet, but my ol...
Concerned About Sunblock.
"Parents can also look for the Skin Cancer Foundation seal, which means that an .... Melanoma runs in our family so we have been using sunblock all along. ...
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- Hi E., There is a sunscreen that I was introduced to that my peditrician recommended for my daughter - Arbonne Baby Care Sunscreen SPF 30+. It is a gentle water-re...
- I am a mom of three the youngest being five. I always used sunblock while nursing, and holding cuddling. my kids never had any problem. I do suggest getting something ...
- I have a 6 1/2 month old and I was concerned about the same thing. There's a great article in "Parents" magazine June 2007 issue about protecting your child from the e...
