Biopsy Results. Melanoma.

I asked the nurse that went over my results and she said they didn’t get all. That based on what they took in the shave biospy it is deeper however I didn’t get clarification of which one for the 2 you are talking about. I asked just about the depth and when they shaved it was it through the whole piece and she said yes. I didn’t really know what I was talking about and not sure if she understood what I was trying to say. She said that it was deeper then the 1mm they removed and will find out how deep after they do the surgery and get it all. I wish I knew the right questions to ask then but I guess there’s a little more to the story and the coming weeks will shed some more light on this once the complete pathology report comes back. At least I think its called that.

The unfortunate thing is that I have had freckles all over my body since I was a child and accumulated quite a few more as the years progressed and I heard that during pregnancy they tend to get darker (its nothing…) but none of my freckles I have had for years got darker only the most recent ones on my body. The one they biopsied just seemed to appear one day but can’t say I stare at my behind in the mirror. However when I happened to be checking myself out just to see just how big I was getting after getting out of the shower in the full length mirror and happened to notice this giant, what looked like a really dark mole and instantly felt uneasy feeling, but brushed it off and said I will see what happens with it. Meanwhile 9 months later if not more. It had never bothered me or itched. The reason I think I have a few more is because I have 2 that are the same color on my stomach that were never there before has the same coloring as the one they removed. They are smaller then a pencil eraser tip but are getting larger. Guess this is where the full body check will be good in the new year and keep an eye on them. I do like the facts you bring up Janner. It is helpful and makes me feel better as I didn’t know that fact. I am sure every spot I see I will think its that. Pictures really do come in handy to keep an eye on things. I will make sure to keep a good record of them all.

It helps to know that you have been through the same and are doing fine and well. That really was the hardest thing the first few days, was thinking the light at the end of the tunnel was near. Well here’s to many more sunrises and sunsets in a shaded area wearing a nice big hat, with the smell of sunscreen as my new perfume!

Thanks for your kind words and wonderful tips!

I had the WLE done on the 31st. The Surgeon that did it said that given my path report a SNB would not be required. She seemed to know what she was talking about. I hope it doesn’t come back to kick me. I have a appointment with her for the results on Feb 5th. She recommends punch biopsys and not shaves just as you recommended. Apparently my derm does not do punches, the surgeon said. I was mislead by the nurse that gave me my path report results. She said that they were ruling out 3 possibilities and that is why they did the shave. Guess it was that or nothing from them. My full body check is the 23rd and I am going to have it done but going to ask my new family doctor(We moved in Aug and was travelling to our old dr) who said he has a few dermatologists if I would like to talk to in our town or in Toronto that he could refer me to. I am going to do that. I don’t feel comfortable with this Dermatologist or their staff. The Surgeon even said in choice words it would be better. I want a good Derm going forward. One that actually specializes in melanoma like you said.

I am anxious for the pathology report. I want to get a copy of both my reports. Could you tell me what wording that I am looking for? Clear Margins? She will probably go into detail but I don’t want to go in blind again not knowing the terminology or questions I should ask. I saw questions that I could ask when googling but are there any that you recommend that I should be asking?

Your right on the shave biopsy it does hurt. My WLE hurts but I can understand that. They took a chunk out! That and the bruising which is bigger then my fist closed. Punches are the way of the future. However hope none will have to be done.

I had the WLE done on the 31st. The Surgeon that did it said that given my path report a SNB would not be required. She seemed to know what she was talking about. I hope it doesn’t come back to kick me. I have a appointment with her for the results on Feb 5th. She recommends punch biopsys and not shaves just as you recommended. Apparently my derm does not do punches, the surgeon said. I was mislead by the nurse that gave me my path report results. She said that they were ruling out 3 possibilities and that is why they did the shave. Guess it was that or nothing from them. My full body check is the 23rd and I am going to have it done but going to ask my new family doctor(We moved in Aug and was travelling to our old dr) who said he has a few dermatologists if I would like to talk to in our town or in Toronto that he could refer me to. I am going to do that. I don’t feel comfortable with this Dermatologist or their staff. The Surgeon even said in choice words it would be better. I want a good Derm going forward. One that actually specializes in melanoma like you said.

I am anxious for the pathology report. I want to get a copy of both my reports. Could you tell me what wording that I am looking for? Clear Margins? She will probably go into detail but I don’t want to go in blind again not knowing the terminology or questions I should ask. I saw questions that I could ask when googling but are there any that you recommend that I should be asking?

Your right on the shave biopsy it does hurt. My WLE hurts but I can understand that. They took a chunk out! That and the bruising which is bigger then my fist closed. Punches are the way of the future. However hope none will have to be done.

I had the WLE done on the 31st. The Surgeon that did it said that given my path report a SNB would not be required. She seemed to know what she was talking about. I hope it doesn’t come back to kick me. I have a appointment with her for the results on Feb 5th. She recommends punch biopsys and not shaves just as you recommended. Apparently my derm does not do punches, the surgeon said. I was mislead by the nurse that gave me my path report results. She said that they were ruling out 3 possibilities and that is why they did the shave. Guess it was that or nothing from them. My full body check is the 23rd and I am going to have it done but going to ask my new family doctor(We moved in Aug and was travelling to our old dr) who said he has a few dermatologists if I would like to talk to in our town or in Toronto that he could refer me to. I am going to do that. I don’t feel comfortable with this Dermatologist or their staff. The Surgeon even said in choice words it would be better. I want a good Derm going forward. One that actually specializes in melanoma like you said.

I am anxious for the pathology report. I want to get a copy of both my reports. Could you tell me what wording that I am looking for? Clear Margins? She will probably go into detail but I don’t want to go in blind again not knowing the terminology or questions I should ask. I saw questions that I could ask when googling but are there any that you recommend that I should be asking?

Your right on the shave biopsy it does hurt. My WLE hurts but I can understand that. They took a chunk out! That and the bruising which is bigger then my fist closed. Punches are the way of the future. However hope none will have to be done.

I asked the nurse that went over my results and she said they didn’t get all. That based on what they took in the shave biospy it is deeper however I didn’t get clarification of which one for the 2 you are talking about. I asked just about the depth and when they shaved it was it through the whole piece and she said yes. I didn’t really know what I was talking about and not sure if she understood what I was trying to say. She said that it was deeper then the 1mm they removed and will find out how deep after they do the surgery and get it all. I wish I knew the right questions to ask then but I guess there’s a little more to the story and the coming weeks will shed some more light on this once the complete pathology report comes back. At least I think its called that.

The unfortunate thing is that I have had freckles all over my body since I was a child and accumulated quite a few more as the years progressed and I heard that during pregnancy they tend to get darker (its nothing…) but none of my freckles I have had for years got darker only the most recent ones on my body. The one they biopsied just seemed to appear one day but can’t say I stare at my behind in the mirror. However when I happened to be checking myself out just to see just how big I was getting after getting out of the shower in the full length mirror and happened to notice this giant, what looked like a really dark mole and instantly felt uneasy feeling, but brushed it off and said I will see what happens with it. Meanwhile 9 months later if not more. It had never bothered me or itched. The reason I think I have a few more is because I have 2 that are the same color on my stomach that were never there before has the same coloring as the one they removed. They are smaller then a pencil eraser tip but are getting larger. Guess this is where the full body check will be good in the new year and keep an eye on them. I do like the facts you bring up Janner. It is helpful and makes me feel better as I didn’t know that fact. I am sure every spot I see I will think its that. Pictures really do come in handy to keep an eye on things. I will make sure to keep a good record of them all.

It helps to know that you have been through the same and are doing fine and well. That really was the hardest thing the first few days, was thinking the light at the end of the tunnel was near. Well here’s to many more sunrises and sunsets in a shaded area wearing a nice big hat, with the smell of sunscreen as my new perfume!

Thanks for your kind words and wonderful tips!

I asked the nurse that went over my results and she said they didn’t get all. That based on what they took in the shave biospy it is deeper however I didn’t get clarification of which one for the 2 you are talking about. I asked just about the depth and when they shaved it was it through the whole piece and she said yes. I didn’t really know what I was talking about and not sure if she understood what I was trying to say. She said that it was deeper then the 1mm they removed and will find out how deep after they do the surgery and get it all. I wish I knew the right questions to ask then but I guess there’s a little more to the story and the coming weeks will shed some more light on this once the complete pathology report comes back. At least I think its called that.

The unfortunate thing is that I have had freckles all over my body since I was a child and accumulated quite a few more as the years progressed and I heard that during pregnancy they tend to get darker (its nothing…) but none of my freckles I have had for years got darker only the most recent ones on my body. The one they biopsied just seemed to appear one day but can’t say I stare at my behind in the mirror. However when I happened to be checking myself out just to see just how big I was getting after getting out of the shower in the full length mirror and happened to notice this giant, what looked like a really dark mole and instantly felt uneasy feeling, but brushed it off and said I will see what happens with it. Meanwhile 9 months later if not more. It had never bothered me or itched. The reason I think I have a few more is because I have 2 that are the same color on my stomach that were never there before has the same coloring as the one they removed. They are smaller then a pencil eraser tip but are getting larger. Guess this is where the full body check will be good in the new year and keep an eye on them. I do like the facts you bring up Janner. It is helpful and makes me feel better as I didn’t know that fact. I am sure every spot I see I will think its that. Pictures really do come in handy to keep an eye on things. I will make sure to keep a good record of them all.

It helps to know that you have been through the same and are doing fine and well. That really was the hardest thing the first few days, was thinking the light at the end of the tunnel was near. Well here’s to many more sunrises and sunsets in a shaded area wearing a nice big hat, with the smell of sunscreen as my new perfume!

Thanks for your kind words and wonderful tips!