Hi,

I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. Has your dad's consultant not offered any treatment other than surgery?

Although it's unusual not to remove it from the skin, they may offer him one of the drug treatments in the hope it will help stop it spreading internally. He should have been given a contact number for the cancer nurse - either, contact them with dad's permission or, if he has an upcoming appointment, go with him so that you can ask questions & you know what is happening.

Meanwhile, have a word with dad's GP and see if the practice nurse can regularly dress the melanoma to keep it clean & dry. They should really get involved due to your dad's age & situation.

Good luck & best wishes to your dad - please let us know how you get on.

Angie (Stage 3 melanoma patient since 2009)