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    • July 14, 2012 at 5:53 am
    kelsta78
    Participant

    So back in February I had a wide incision done on a 1mm, Clarks level IV melanoma mole on my back.  Had PET/CT scan and ulstrasounds done all come back clear.  Also had another quick check over at skin cancer clinic where we went over other moles and did photographs.  The doctor mentioned to me that it is not always moles to keep a look out for but more like red marks on the skin that are new.  So I now have this small red spot on my face that is concerning me.  It is not going away.  A beautician happened to mention it last time I was getting my eybrows waxed

    So back in February I had a wide incision done on a 1mm, Clarks level IV melanoma mole on my back.  Had PET/CT scan and ulstrasounds done all come back clear.  Also had another quick check over at skin cancer clinic where we went over other moles and did photographs.  The doctor mentioned to me that it is not always moles to keep a look out for but more like red marks on the skin that are new.  So I now have this small red spot on my face that is concerning me.  It is not going away.  A beautician happened to mention it last time I was getting my eybrows waxed that she sees spots like that all the time.  Like age spots or something…  But now I have a swollen gland or soemething right near my ear just below the spot.  It's quite sore and now I am worried that it is my body telling me something isn't right.  And of course this had to happen on a Friday afternoon and can't ring the doctor until Monday!  Kind of feel like I could be being paranoid and just thought I would post this and get other people thoughts since I can't contact the doctor for a couple of days..

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      • July 14, 2012 at 6:29 am
      Harry in Fair Oaks
      Participant

      It's very unlikely that that your face issues have anything to do with the melanoma that was removed from your back.  But you are right to be vigilant and to have anything out of the ordinary seen by a doctor. 

      I have been dealing with this disease for 17 years, so I've learned that not everything is cancer, and I usually wait a couple of weeks to see if things resolve by themselves.  However, if you are relatively new to this such waiting can be hard emotionally.

      Best wishes,

      Harry

      • July 14, 2012 at 6:29 am
      Harry in Fair Oaks
      Participant

      It's very unlikely that that your face issues have anything to do with the melanoma that was removed from your back.  But you are right to be vigilant and to have anything out of the ordinary seen by a doctor. 

      I have been dealing with this disease for 17 years, so I've learned that not everything is cancer, and I usually wait a couple of weeks to see if things resolve by themselves.  However, if you are relatively new to this such waiting can be hard emotionally.

      Best wishes,

      Harry

        • July 14, 2012 at 9:53 am
        kelsta78
        Participant

        Thanks Harry, I appreciate that…

        • July 14, 2012 at 9:53 am
        kelsta78
        Participant

        Thanks Harry, I appreciate that…

        • July 14, 2012 at 9:53 am
        kelsta78
        Participant

        Thanks Harry, I appreciate that…

      • July 14, 2012 at 6:29 am
      Harry in Fair Oaks
      Participant

      It's very unlikely that that your face issues have anything to do with the melanoma that was removed from your back.  But you are right to be vigilant and to have anything out of the ordinary seen by a doctor. 

      I have been dealing with this disease for 17 years, so I've learned that not everything is cancer, and I usually wait a couple of weeks to see if things resolve by themselves.  However, if you are relatively new to this such waiting can be hard emotionally.

      Best wishes,

      Harry

      • July 15, 2012 at 1:32 pm
      Rdmstm
      Participant
      I’ve recently been diagnosed and feel ‘paranoid’ about all my moles and different pains within my body that before I probably would’nt have noticed. I’ve had two additional spots removed and both were fine. I would suggest seeing your dermatologist for their professional advice.. I feel better having a professional review my concerns and then can sleep better. Peace of mind is a wonderful thing! Good luck!
      • July 15, 2012 at 1:32 pm
      Rdmstm
      Participant
      I’ve recently been diagnosed and feel ‘paranoid’ about all my moles and different pains within my body that before I probably would’nt have noticed. I’ve had two additional spots removed and both were fine. I would suggest seeing your dermatologist for their professional advice.. I feel better having a professional review my concerns and then can sleep better. Peace of mind is a wonderful thing! Good luck!
        • July 16, 2012 at 3:01 am
        kelsta78
        Participant

        Thanks, turns out I have an ear infection…yay!

        • July 16, 2012 at 3:01 am
        kelsta78
        Participant

        Thanks, turns out I have an ear infection…yay!

        • July 16, 2012 at 3:01 am
        kelsta78
        Participant

        Thanks, turns out I have an ear infection…yay!

      • July 15, 2012 at 1:32 pm
      Rdmstm
      Participant
      I’ve recently been diagnosed and feel ‘paranoid’ about all my moles and different pains within my body that before I probably would’nt have noticed. I’ve had two additional spots removed and both were fine. I would suggest seeing your dermatologist for their professional advice.. I feel better having a professional review my concerns and then can sleep better. Peace of mind is a wonderful thing! Good luck!
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