Acral Lentiginous Melanoma

Hi I have been recently diagnosed with 

Acral Lentiginous Melanoma in my thumb nail and awaiting surgery - As a rare cancer where can I find info about it? Can’t find anything? Is there a support group? 
eg how to avoid again 

  • Hello AnnetteJ14 and thanks for your post,

    I am sorry to hear about your situation. We do have some information on acral-lentiginous melanoma and you may find it helpful look at the information on Melanoma UK

    You have posted in 'ask the nurses' but if you post on a different thread or start your own you may find that you get responses from other patients in a similar situation.

    We do have a list of resources for melanoma organisations that you might find helpful to look at.

    I do hope that your surgery goes well.

    If you would like to talk things through with one of the helpline nurses then you are welcome to give us a call.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

    All the best,

    Catherine