Hi,

I'm sorry you have been diagnosed with melanoma and you are awaiting a Wide Local Excision and a Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy. It's a lot for you to take in, especially when you need further surgery & you are still healing from the first surgery.

I've sent you a friend request. If you accept it we can chat by private message and you may find it helpful to talk to someone who has been through all this. Meanwhile, if you feel your anxiety is getting worse, contact your local Macmillan or Maggies centre - they provide great support. If you want to ring a dedicated melanoma nurse, take a look at Melanoma Focus who have a nurse's helpline - they can answer any questions you may have. Melanoma Helpline - Melanoma Focus

Good luck with the surgery and please let us know how you get on,

Angie (Stage 3 melanoma patient since 2009)