Hi Winnie,

I totally agree with Farmer Ed's great advice. You will be far more aware of your skin now & will know what to look out for. If you find anything suspicious you will get it checked out quickly due to your history, and speed of detection will mean successful treatment.

I had a melanoma 30 years ago which came back 17 years ago. I've had 7 other moles/lesions removed since then - all were benign. I'm currently in remission (No evidence of Disease) and I'm fit & healthy at 68 years old. I've never had a BCC. My dad, brother and sister-in-law have all had BCC's removed over the years & have had no further problem, so it's just down to routinely checking their skin every month (like I do). 

It's normal to feel scared by the news but the shock will start to settle & you will find a monthly routine of checking your skin is 'the new normal.' Be more 'sun protection' aware & get on with your life, you'll be fine.

Angie (Stage 3 melanoma patient since 2009)

Hi Winnie,

I totally agree with Farmer Ed's great advice. You will be far more aware of your skin now & will know what to look out for. If you find anything suspicious you will get it checked out quickly due to your history, and speed of detection will mean successful treatment.

I had a melanoma 30 years ago which came back 17 years ago. I've had 7 other moles/lesions removed since then - all were benign. I'm currently in remission (No evidence of Disease) and I'm fit & healthy at 68 years old. I've never had a BCC. My dad, brother and sister-in-law have all had BCC's removed over the years & have had no further problem, so it's just down to routinely checking their skin every month (like I do). 

It's normal to feel scared by the news but the shock will start to settle & you will find a monthly routine of checking your skin is 'the new normal.' Be more 'sun protection' aware & get on with your life, you'll be fine.

Angie (Stage 3 melanoma patient since 2009)