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    • August 17, 2010 at 10:53 pm
    washoegal
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      From what I can read into this, what is worrisome is the amount of sun damage that was done.  That's pretty much ancient history for you, I am assuming.  In reading it seems the atypical melanocytics are benign.  I even read some papers that dispute that in situ melanoma is actually melanoma.  I would certainly want it treated as mel if I were you! 

      However, I see mostly good news in your report.  You can't have a complete skin transplant to reverse the damage that has been done.  See a dermatologist every six months to a year and keep close watch yourself.  And don't forget that sun  tan lotion!

      Mary

      Stage3

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