Afraid have skin cancer/Melanoma

[Olivet]

i feel like the black spots on my body, on the back of my hands and feet.that keep popping up is Melanoma. Every time i look its a new black spots. Theyre small and pin Sized. Flat. Some irregular.

And yes ive made an apptfor a derm but theyre so booked.. I have to wait until the 29th of July to be seen ...



Then while changing I noticed a big brown splotch 2 of them across my back.

Idk what to do.

Im so afraid Im going to die... And soon veeyscared


Please someone give me some type of encouraging words. Im so lost. Rn i have baby that needs me

 

[Basil the Great]

As I understand it, the vast majority of skin cancers are quite curable, if caught early. Get yourself to skin doctor asap. I do not think very many people die from skin cancer, though a few do.

 

[dqhall]

i feel like the black spots on my body, on the back of my hands and feet.that keep popping up is Melanoma. Every time i look its a new black spots. Theyre small and pin Sized. Flat. Some irregular.

And yes ive made an apptfor a derm but theyre so booked.. I have to wait until the 29th of July to be seen ...



Then while changing I noticed a big brown splotch 2 of them across my back.

Idk what to do.

Im so afraid Im going to die... And soon veeyscared


Please someone give me some type of encouraging words. Im so lost. Rn i have baby that needs me

A dermatologist told me I should worry if a mole grows to larger than the diameter of a pencil eraser. If a mole changes size or color, it might be a problem. I had to cope with age spots. These are also called liver spots. I had a dermatologist remove an ugly one from my face. It was biopsied and identified as precancerous. You should see a dermatologist. If a melanoma mole is removed early enough, the patient is saved.

Age & Liver Spots: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatment - Toronto Dermatology Centre

 

[Olivet]

A dermatologist told me I should worry if a mole grows to larger than the diameter of a pencil eraser. If a mole changes size or color, it might be a problem. I had to cope with age spots. These are also called liver spots. I had a dermatologist remove an ugly one from my face. It was biopsied and identified as precancerous. You should see a dermatologist. If a melanoma mole is removed early enough, the patient is saved.

Age & Liver Spots: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatment - Toronto Dermatology Centre

Okay. Ita not the size of an eraser but still worried bc many pop up.

 

[Olivet]

As I understand it, the vast majority of skin cancers are quite curable, if caught early. Get yourself to skin doctor asap. I do not think very many people die from skin cancer, though a few do.

Trying. Earliest xan go is july 29th

 

[dqhall]

Okay. Ita not the size of an eraser but still worried bc many pop up.

If you do tanning or work outdoors, you may be at risk. Exposure to sunlight or UV radiation can cause skin damage and skin cancer. Sunlight is used by the body to make vitamin D. Those who do not get exposure to sunshine, especially in winter months, you may need a vitamin D supplement. Vitamin D helps the body absorb and use calcium. Excessive supplementation with calcium increases risk of cardiovascular disease.

 

[CatsRule2020]

Be very sure to apply #50 sunscreen whenever you go outside! This is extremely important especially in your case.. I would not worry too much if you have an upcoming appointment that close.

 

[Olivet]

Be very sure to apply #50 sunscreen whenever you go outside! This is extremely important especially in your case.. I would not worry too much if you have an upcoming appointment that close.

You think thats soon? Like soon enough for no major changes to happen? Also how do i know when it's too late? How will i know if its caught early?

 

[Olivet]

If you do tanning or work outdoors, you may be at risk. Exposure to sunlight or UV radiation can cause skin damage and skin cancer. Sunlight is used by the body to make vitamin D. Those who do not get exposure to sunshine, especially in winter months, you may need a vitamin D supplement. Vitamin D helps the body absorb and use calcium. Excessive supplementation with calcium increases risk of cardiovascular disease.

I dont go out much which surprises me.

 

[CatsRule2020]

You think thats soon? Like soon enough for no major changes to happen? Also how do i know when it's too late? How will i know if its caught early?

If you keep the #50 sunscreen on when you go outside it slows down any damage tremendously. I know by experience. The sun's rays and ultraviolet light are a lot stronger than the we you used to be. I have even been burned a a lightly clouded day.

 

[alkaloid]

I would recommend using natural ways to shade yourself from the sun if possible. Cover up, use a hat, stay in the shade, etc. A lot of sunscreens these days actually cause skin cancer. If you need sunblock, make sure it's a mineral sunscreen with no benzene in it. It may be more pricy, but at least you're not putting chemicals on your skin that could potentially exacerbate the risk of it getting worse.

Try not to worry about it too. I understand how difficult that is when you have little ones relying on you. Ask God to take the worry from you and who knows, maybe there'll be a cancellation and you can get in sooner. Like mentioned above, I wouldn't start freaking out about it unless it gets massive. Definitely make that appointment and hang in there until you can finally be seen. You're going to be alright