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Newly diagnosed with anal melanoma

Forums General Melanoma Community Newly diagnosed with anal melanoma

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    Cathy
    Participant

      My world fell apart last week when I found out I have anal melanoma.   My colorectal surgeon ordered a PET scan and a CT, both of which I've completed.  We met last night with the multidisciplinary team at our local hospital's cancer center.  

      I am so fortunate to find out that it has not spread, and I need to have a wide local excision to get clean margins.   I talked to my doctor today and she said she may possibly need to remove part of the sphincter muscle which would cause me to need a bag for the rest of my life.  I really want a second opinion, but there's not alot of specialists in this type cancer.   Surgery is scheduled for February 7.

      Also, the PET scan showed a spot in the pelvic area that may or may not be the cancer in the lumph node, but the CT did not show it.  They said that if it was definitely the cancer both tests would show it.  It could just be a false positive.  Could be just part of the bowel   I will need to go back for another CT in 3 months to watch it.  

      Anyone know of any specialists on the east coast?  I live in Delaware but will travel to where ever.   Johns Hopkins can't see me until February 25.   University of Pennsylvania's melanoma center referred me to a dermatologist.   I've heard about the Dana Farber center in Boston, and I have no problem flying  up there for a consult, but February 7 will be here soon.   I don't want to put off surgery as I know that this type of cancer is very aggressive.  

      Anybody out there have any advice for me?  I just want to scream because I am so afraid and confused. Thanks for your help!!

      Cathy

       

       

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        Linny
        Participant

          Hi Cathy,

          Sorry to have to meet you on this board.

          Have you tried calling Johns Hopkins and explained your situation to them to see if they can see you sooner?

          There are two other melanoma clinics in Phillie that you can try calling:

          Fox Chase Cancer Center
          333 Cottman Avenue
          Philadelphia,PA 19111
          Phone:  (888) – 369-2427

          Thomas Jefferson University
          111 South 11th Street
          Suite 4240
          Philadelphia, PA 19107
          Phone:  (800) – 533-3669

           

           

            aquamak
            Participant

              I would suggest contacting Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in NYC.  Some of the best melanoma specialists are there and that is where I am seen and treated.

              aquamak
              Participant

                I would suggest contacting Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in NYC.  Some of the best melanoma specialists are there and that is where I am seen and treated.

                aquamak
                Participant

                  I would suggest contacting Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in NYC.  Some of the best melanoma specialists are there and that is where I am seen and treated.

                Linny
                Participant

                  Hi Cathy,

                  Sorry to have to meet you on this board.

                  Have you tried calling Johns Hopkins and explained your situation to them to see if they can see you sooner?

                  There are two other melanoma clinics in Phillie that you can try calling:

                  Fox Chase Cancer Center
                  333 Cottman Avenue
                  Philadelphia,PA 19111
                  Phone:  (888) – 369-2427

                  Thomas Jefferson University
                  111 South 11th Street
                  Suite 4240
                  Philadelphia, PA 19107
                  Phone:  (800) – 533-3669

                   

                   

                  Linny
                  Participant

                    Hi Cathy,

                    Sorry to have to meet you on this board.

                    Have you tried calling Johns Hopkins and explained your situation to them to see if they can see you sooner?

                    There are two other melanoma clinics in Phillie that you can try calling:

                    Fox Chase Cancer Center
                    333 Cottman Avenue
                    Philadelphia,PA 19111
                    Phone:  (888) – 369-2427

                    Thomas Jefferson University
                    111 South 11th Street
                    Suite 4240
                    Philadelphia, PA 19107
                    Phone:  (800) – 533-3669

                     

                     

                    JerryfromFauq
                    Participant

                      I hadd a long reply typed and it disappeared.  DON'T give up.  I was mis-diagnosed for 3 1/2 years on ten seperate GP visits before they got a new Docctor in that finally refered me to a general surgeon for my HEMMORHOID.   May 2006 Diagnosis  by PATHOLOGIST was malignant melanoma .  Reached the Stage Iv before Feb 2007.  Waws told to expect major breathing problemss within 30 days and to expect to not be her in 6 months    Have not been NED (No Evidence of Disease – on scans) since then.  Immediately went to IL-2, the only viable treatment in 2007 (and still a viable treatment)  It held me stable for 20 monts (I was in the ~20% that responded at least partially to it.  After 20 months the IL-2 stopped being effective and things went wild with new growth again.  Before it stopped working ONE report had been written in a PEER Review Journal about one patient with C-kit mucosal melanoma and Gleevec.  I have been essentially stable since March 2009 on this Off label, Targeted treatment utilization.  (Slow remission)  Did not have the sphinctor muscle removed and still have normal function back there.

                      You are welcome to read the Profile of my Journey under our profile section. 

                      http://www.melanoma.org/community/profiles/jerryfromfauq

                      Be vigilant, not PARANOID. 

                      Learn and survive.  Now is the best tiime in history to be diagnosed with melanoma.  Will be glad to chat in chat room, telephonically or on Facebook with you.

                      JerryfromFauq
                      Participant

                        I hadd a long reply typed and it disappeared.  DON'T give up.  I was mis-diagnosed for 3 1/2 years on ten seperate GP visits before they got a new Docctor in that finally refered me to a general surgeon for my HEMMORHOID.   May 2006 Diagnosis  by PATHOLOGIST was malignant melanoma .  Reached the Stage Iv before Feb 2007.  Waws told to expect major breathing problemss within 30 days and to expect to not be her in 6 months    Have not been NED (No Evidence of Disease – on scans) since then.  Immediately went to IL-2, the only viable treatment in 2007 (and still a viable treatment)  It held me stable for 20 monts (I was in the ~20% that responded at least partially to it.  After 20 months the IL-2 stopped being effective and things went wild with new growth again.  Before it stopped working ONE report had been written in a PEER Review Journal about one patient with C-kit mucosal melanoma and Gleevec.  I have been essentially stable since March 2009 on this Off label, Targeted treatment utilization.  (Slow remission)  Did not have the sphinctor muscle removed and still have normal function back there.

                        You are welcome to read the Profile of my Journey under our profile section. 

                        http://www.melanoma.org/community/profiles/jerryfromfauq

                        Be vigilant, not PARANOID. 

                        Learn and survive.  Now is the best tiime in history to be diagnosed with melanoma.  Will be glad to chat in chat room, telephonically or on Facebook with you.

                        JerryfromFauq
                        Participant

                          I hadd a long reply typed and it disappeared.  DON'T give up.  I was mis-diagnosed for 3 1/2 years on ten seperate GP visits before they got a new Docctor in that finally refered me to a general surgeon for my HEMMORHOID.   May 2006 Diagnosis  by PATHOLOGIST was malignant melanoma .  Reached the Stage Iv before Feb 2007.  Waws told to expect major breathing problemss within 30 days and to expect to not be her in 6 months    Have not been NED (No Evidence of Disease – on scans) since then.  Immediately went to IL-2, the only viable treatment in 2007 (and still a viable treatment)  It held me stable for 20 monts (I was in the ~20% that responded at least partially to it.  After 20 months the IL-2 stopped being effective and things went wild with new growth again.  Before it stopped working ONE report had been written in a PEER Review Journal about one patient with C-kit mucosal melanoma and Gleevec.  I have been essentially stable since March 2009 on this Off label, Targeted treatment utilization.  (Slow remission)  Did not have the sphinctor muscle removed and still have normal function back there.

                          You are welcome to read the Profile of my Journey under our profile section. 

                          http://www.melanoma.org/community/profiles/jerryfromfauq

                          Be vigilant, not PARANOID. 

                          Learn and survive.  Now is the best tiime in history to be diagnosed with melanoma.  Will be glad to chat in chat room, telephonically or on Facebook with you.

                          http://www.dana-farber.org/Adult-Care/Treatment-and-Support/Melanoma.aspx?phase=Before_Treatment

                          Phone numbers are on thiss page…….and online registration…..explain  your urgency..

                          My thoughts are with you.

                          http://www.dana-farber.org/Adult-Care/Treatment-and-Support/Melanoma.aspx?phase=Before_Treatment

                          Phone numbers are on thiss page…….and online registration…..explain  your urgency..

                          My thoughts are with you.

                          http://www.dana-farber.org/Adult-Care/Treatment-and-Support/Melanoma.aspx?phase=Before_Treatment

                          Phone numbers are on thiss page…….and online registration…..explain  your urgency..

                          My thoughts are with you.

                          LibbyinVA
                          Participant

                            Hi, Cathy – First, I am so sorry your going through all this. This site was my lifeline when I was first diagnosed in 2005. The people here were so well informed along with being very comforting & supportive.

                            As to your question, my doctor is Dr Anna Pavlick at the NYU Clinical Cancer Center. She was the only doctor who gave me hope and I strongly recommend her for all things melanoma. Many of her patients also post on this site.

                            She is the director of the NYU Cancer Institute Melanoma Research Program. Address: NYU Clinical Cancer Center, 9th Floor, 160 E 34th St, New York, NY 10016. Phone:  212-731-5431.

                            The care I received from Dr Pavlick and everyone at NYU was exceptional. Feel free to contact me directly if you would like more information about my experience.

                            Wishing you all the best and please keep us posted when you can.

                            Libby (stage IIIb, NED since 2006)

                            LibbyinVA
                            Participant

                              Hi, Cathy – First, I am so sorry your going through all this. This site was my lifeline when I was first diagnosed in 2005. The people here were so well informed along with being very comforting & supportive.

                              As to your question, my doctor is Dr Anna Pavlick at the NYU Clinical Cancer Center. She was the only doctor who gave me hope and I strongly recommend her for all things melanoma. Many of her patients also post on this site.

                              She is the director of the NYU Cancer Institute Melanoma Research Program. Address: NYU Clinical Cancer Center, 9th Floor, 160 E 34th St, New York, NY 10016. Phone:  212-731-5431.

                              The care I received from Dr Pavlick and everyone at NYU was exceptional. Feel free to contact me directly if you would like more information about my experience.

                              Wishing you all the best and please keep us posted when you can.

                              Libby (stage IIIb, NED since 2006)

                              LibbyinVA
                              Participant

                                Hi, Cathy – First, I am so sorry your going through all this. This site was my lifeline when I was first diagnosed in 2005. The people here were so well informed along with being very comforting & supportive.

                                As to your question, my doctor is Dr Anna Pavlick at the NYU Clinical Cancer Center. She was the only doctor who gave me hope and I strongly recommend her for all things melanoma. Many of her patients also post on this site.

                                She is the director of the NYU Cancer Institute Melanoma Research Program. Address: NYU Clinical Cancer Center, 9th Floor, 160 E 34th St, New York, NY 10016. Phone:  212-731-5431.

                                The care I received from Dr Pavlick and everyone at NYU was exceptional. Feel free to contact me directly if you would like more information about my experience.

                                Wishing you all the best and please keep us posted when you can.

                                Libby (stage IIIb, NED since 2006)

                                aleksandra
                                Participant

                                  Hi Cathy,

                                  my Mom get the same diagnosis in October last year. The tumor was quite big (16 mm diameter). She had local excision before doctors actually knew it was melanoma. The surgeon operating Mom said it is easy to hurt sphincter and anyone can do that. He declared to do his best to save it and he succeded. So the question in your case is if it needs a talented surgeon to do it safely, or part of the muscle just has to be removed as melanoma has infiltrated it. Ask about radiotherapy. I read that in typical rectal cancer it is first done to save sphincter. One oncologist told me, that this type of melanoma is quite sensitive to radio.

                                  We are now struggling with futher steps, as doctors we consult have different views. So far my Mom is NED, but they suspect meta to lymphatic nods, so she needs futher diagnosing.

                                  Please let me know, how you are doing, and what doctors recommend apart from surgery.

                                  Take care and don't give up!

                                  Aleksandra

                                   

                                   

                                   

                                  aleksandra
                                  Participant

                                    Hi Cathy,

                                    my Mom get the same diagnosis in October last year. The tumor was quite big (16 mm diameter). She had local excision before doctors actually knew it was melanoma. The surgeon operating Mom said it is easy to hurt sphincter and anyone can do that. He declared to do his best to save it and he succeded. So the question in your case is if it needs a talented surgeon to do it safely, or part of the muscle just has to be removed as melanoma has infiltrated it. Ask about radiotherapy. I read that in typical rectal cancer it is first done to save sphincter. One oncologist told me, that this type of melanoma is quite sensitive to radio.

                                    We are now struggling with futher steps, as doctors we consult have different views. So far my Mom is NED, but they suspect meta to lymphatic nods, so she needs futher diagnosing.

                                    Please let me know, how you are doing, and what doctors recommend apart from surgery.

                                    Take care and don't give up!

                                    Aleksandra

                                     

                                     

                                     

                                    aleksandra
                                    Participant

                                      Hi Cathy,

                                      my Mom get the same diagnosis in October last year. The tumor was quite big (16 mm diameter). She had local excision before doctors actually knew it was melanoma. The surgeon operating Mom said it is easy to hurt sphincter and anyone can do that. He declared to do his best to save it and he succeded. So the question in your case is if it needs a talented surgeon to do it safely, or part of the muscle just has to be removed as melanoma has infiltrated it. Ask about radiotherapy. I read that in typical rectal cancer it is first done to save sphincter. One oncologist told me, that this type of melanoma is quite sensitive to radio.

                                      We are now struggling with futher steps, as doctors we consult have different views. So far my Mom is NED, but they suspect meta to lymphatic nods, so she needs futher diagnosing.

                                      Please let me know, how you are doing, and what doctors recommend apart from surgery.

                                      Take care and don't give up!

                                      Aleksandra

                                       

                                       

                                       

                                      Jean-9
                                      Participant

                                        Hi Cathy,

                                        I am so sorry that you are dealing with this awful cancer and that unfortunately just saw your post.  The best advice I ever got was to go for a second opinion from the hospital/Dr. that knows your cancer the best.. 

                                        I went to Dana Farber for a second opinon a month after the surger to remove the rest of the lesion and the sentinal lymph nodes.  I really attribute the fact that I have the right course of treatment to the skilled Doctors there.  I see Dr. F. Stephen Hodi, oncologist, Dr. Sara Russell, Surgical Oncologist and Dr. Andrew Werchniak.  They have been absolutely wonderful and I am totally confident that in my care.

                                        Jerry has a wealth of information on the newest research.  Please feel free to e-mail me if you would like to have more information.  I was diagnosed after having my "50" colonoscopy three years ago and remain NED!

                                        Please remember no doctor can tell you if you will live or die.  That is between you and God.

                                        God Bless,

                                        Jeannine

                                          Cathy
                                          Participant

                                            Thanks to all for your comments.   Since my initial post, I decided that 2nd or 3rd opinions are necessary so I went to Fox Chase in Philadelphia, Sloan Kettering as well as Johns Hopkins.   One of the good thing about living in Delaware…..we are able to get to all 3 major cities in a short time. 

                                            At Fox Chase I met with an oncologist who I really liked, and then a few days later met with a surgeon.  A wide local excision and a sentinel lymph node bioposy were recommended. 

                                            The next day my husband and I had an appointment at Sloan Kettering.   The doctor was nice, but he didn't want to give an opinion until he had my slides and met with the melanoma tumor board.  A week after the appointment he called me and suggested that I do nothing at this point.   He said that my original surgeon here in Delaware who did the initial surgery got a 1.5 mm margin and it was close 2 cm that I should just wait it out for 3 months with another CT at that time.  He said to follow up with an oncologist at this time.

                                            I met with a doctor at Johns Hopkins wouldn't give an opinion until she had my slides and then I had to start the process all over with them. 

                                            After long thoughts with my family, I followed my gut and heart and went with Fox Chase.  I felt that waiting 3 months with an aggressive cancer was not an option for me.   I had surgery on February 17, and Dr. Watson said he was able to get good margins and didn't have to disturb my sphincter muscle.  They did the sentinel lymph node bioposy and did take a node out of my left groin.   Pathology report takes   I had hoped they wouldn't need to remove any nodes, and I can't help but think that it must be spreading or he wouldn't have removed it. 

                                            Thanks for listening to me!  Makes me feel better!

                                            Cathy

                                             

                                             

                                            Make2DayCount
                                            Participant

                                              Hi Cathy,

                                              I just found this message string, somehow missed it when it was posted initially. How are you doing now? FYI I have a close friend who is being treated for anorectal mucosal at Dana Farber (surgery and now a clinical trial) – she was diagnosed not long before you so you guys are at similar points in the journey.  Hope things are stable or stabiizing for you! 

                                              Frances

                                              Make2DayCount
                                              Participant

                                                Hi Cathy,

                                                I just found this message string, somehow missed it when it was posted initially. How are you doing now? FYI I have a close friend who is being treated for anorectal mucosal at Dana Farber (surgery and now a clinical trial) – she was diagnosed not long before you so you guys are at similar points in the journey.  Hope things are stable or stabiizing for you! 

                                                Frances

                                                Make2DayCount
                                                Participant

                                                  Hi Cathy,

                                                  I just found this message string, somehow missed it when it was posted initially. How are you doing now? FYI I have a close friend who is being treated for anorectal mucosal at Dana Farber (surgery and now a clinical trial) – she was diagnosed not long before you so you guys are at similar points in the journey.  Hope things are stable or stabiizing for you! 

                                                  Frances

                                                  Cathy
                                                  Participant

                                                    Thanks to all for your comments.   Since my initial post, I decided that 2nd or 3rd opinions are necessary so I went to Fox Chase in Philadelphia, Sloan Kettering as well as Johns Hopkins.   One of the good thing about living in Delaware…..we are able to get to all 3 major cities in a short time. 

                                                    At Fox Chase I met with an oncologist who I really liked, and then a few days later met with a surgeon.  A wide local excision and a sentinel lymph node bioposy were recommended. 

                                                    The next day my husband and I had an appointment at Sloan Kettering.   The doctor was nice, but he didn't want to give an opinion until he had my slides and met with the melanoma tumor board.  A week after the appointment he called me and suggested that I do nothing at this point.   He said that my original surgeon here in Delaware who did the initial surgery got a 1.5 mm margin and it was close 2 cm that I should just wait it out for 3 months with another CT at that time.  He said to follow up with an oncologist at this time.

                                                    I met with a doctor at Johns Hopkins wouldn't give an opinion until she had my slides and then I had to start the process all over with them. 

                                                    After long thoughts with my family, I followed my gut and heart and went with Fox Chase.  I felt that waiting 3 months with an aggressive cancer was not an option for me.   I had surgery on February 17, and Dr. Watson said he was able to get good margins and didn't have to disturb my sphincter muscle.  They did the sentinel lymph node bioposy and did take a node out of my left groin.   Pathology report takes   I had hoped they wouldn't need to remove any nodes, and I can't help but think that it must be spreading or he wouldn't have removed it. 

                                                    Thanks for listening to me!  Makes me feel better!

                                                    Cathy

                                                     

                                                     

                                                    Cathy
                                                    Participant

                                                      Thanks to all for your comments.   Since my initial post, I decided that 2nd or 3rd opinions are necessary so I went to Fox Chase in Philadelphia, Sloan Kettering as well as Johns Hopkins.   One of the good thing about living in Delaware…..we are able to get to all 3 major cities in a short time. 

                                                      At Fox Chase I met with an oncologist who I really liked, and then a few days later met with a surgeon.  A wide local excision and a sentinel lymph node bioposy were recommended. 

                                                      The next day my husband and I had an appointment at Sloan Kettering.   The doctor was nice, but he didn't want to give an opinion until he had my slides and met with the melanoma tumor board.  A week after the appointment he called me and suggested that I do nothing at this point.   He said that my original surgeon here in Delaware who did the initial surgery got a 1.5 mm margin and it was close 2 cm that I should just wait it out for 3 months with another CT at that time.  He said to follow up with an oncologist at this time.

                                                      I met with a doctor at Johns Hopkins wouldn't give an opinion until she had my slides and then I had to start the process all over with them. 

                                                      After long thoughts with my family, I followed my gut and heart and went with Fox Chase.  I felt that waiting 3 months with an aggressive cancer was not an option for me.   I had surgery on February 17, and Dr. Watson said he was able to get good margins and didn't have to disturb my sphincter muscle.  They did the sentinel lymph node bioposy and did take a node out of my left groin.   Pathology report takes   I had hoped they wouldn't need to remove any nodes, and I can't help but think that it must be spreading or he wouldn't have removed it. 

                                                      Thanks for listening to me!  Makes me feel better!

                                                      Cathy

                                                       

                                                       

                                                    Jean-9
                                                    Participant

                                                      Hi Cathy,

                                                      I am so sorry that you are dealing with this awful cancer and that unfortunately just saw your post.  The best advice I ever got was to go for a second opinion from the hospital/Dr. that knows your cancer the best.. 

                                                      I went to Dana Farber for a second opinon a month after the surger to remove the rest of the lesion and the sentinal lymph nodes.  I really attribute the fact that I have the right course of treatment to the skilled Doctors there.  I see Dr. F. Stephen Hodi, oncologist, Dr. Sara Russell, Surgical Oncologist and Dr. Andrew Werchniak.  They have been absolutely wonderful and I am totally confident that in my care.

                                                      Jerry has a wealth of information on the newest research.  Please feel free to e-mail me if you would like to have more information.  I was diagnosed after having my "50" colonoscopy three years ago and remain NED!

                                                      Please remember no doctor can tell you if you will live or die.  That is between you and God.

                                                      God Bless,

                                                      Jeannine

                                                      Jean-9
                                                      Participant

                                                        Hi Cathy,

                                                        I am so sorry that you are dealing with this awful cancer and that unfortunately just saw your post.  The best advice I ever got was to go for a second opinion from the hospital/Dr. that knows your cancer the best.. 

                                                        I went to Dana Farber for a second opinon a month after the surger to remove the rest of the lesion and the sentinal lymph nodes.  I really attribute the fact that I have the right course of treatment to the skilled Doctors there.  I see Dr. F. Stephen Hodi, oncologist, Dr. Sara Russell, Surgical Oncologist and Dr. Andrew Werchniak.  They have been absolutely wonderful and I am totally confident that in my care.

                                                        Jerry has a wealth of information on the newest research.  Please feel free to e-mail me if you would like to have more information.  I was diagnosed after having my "50" colonoscopy three years ago and remain NED!

                                                        Please remember no doctor can tell you if you will live or die.  That is between you and God.

                                                        God Bless,

                                                        Jeannine

                                                        maria d
                                                        Participant

                                                          Hi,

                                                          My name is Maria, and I was diagnosed in November with Rectal Melanoma (Mucosal). My first Surgeon wanted to remove the rectum, and perform a colostomy. I was so upset, and frightened. My friend and I researched and found Dr Bamboat at Hackensack University Medical Center. He was able to save the rectum and get good margins.  During a recent pevic MRI, a new growth has been detected, and I am scheduled for a biopsy. I don't know what that will bring. At least they may start tretment, now. I have had so many problems with my Insurance company, due to it being an EPO, they will not allow out of state coverage. It took them 51 days to decline allowing me to go to MSKCC, in NYC for a second opinion. They are treating this as Cutaneous, even though we keep telling them its Mucosal.  Anybody else encountering these issues? 

                                                          Thanks 

                                                          Maria D

                                                          maria d
                                                          Participant

                                                            Hi,

                                                            My name is Maria, and I was diagnosed in November with Rectal Melanoma (Mucosal). My first Surgeon wanted to remove the rectum, and perform a colostomy. I was so upset, and frightened. My friend and I researched and found Dr Bamboat at Hackensack University Medical Center. He was able to save the rectum and get good margins.  During a recent pevic MRI, a new growth has been detected, and I am scheduled for a biopsy. I don't know what that will bring. At least they may start tretment, now. I have had so many problems with my Insurance company, due to it being an EPO, they will not allow out of state coverage. It took them 51 days to decline allowing me to go to MSKCC, in NYC for a second opinion. They are treating this as Cutaneous, even though we keep telling them its Mucosal.  Anybody else encountering these issues? 

                                                            Thanks 

                                                            Maria D

                                                            maria d
                                                            Participant

                                                              Hi,

                                                              My name is Maria, and I was diagnosed in November with Rectal Melanoma (Mucosal). My first Surgeon wanted to remove the rectum, and perform a colostomy. I was so upset, and frightened. My friend and I researched and found Dr Bamboat at Hackensack University Medical Center. He was able to save the rectum and get good margins.  During a recent pevic MRI, a new growth has been detected, and I am scheduled for a biopsy. I don't know what that will bring. At least they may start tretment, now. I have had so many problems with my Insurance company, due to it being an EPO, they will not allow out of state coverage. It took them 51 days to decline allowing me to go to MSKCC, in NYC for a second opinion. They are treating this as Cutaneous, even though we keep telling them its Mucosal.  Anybody else encountering these issues? 

                                                              Thanks 

                                                              Maria D

                                                              Margaret3
                                                              Participant

                                                                Recently diagnosed with anal melanoma. Had surgery to remove lesion. Now need advise on best hospitals to go for treatment. Also would like to chat with other women who have this same diagnosis to learn more. Thanks.

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