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Hey everyone, I latterly got diagnosed with stage 1a melanoma skin cancer, and I'm feeling a bit overcome. Can any person share their activities or offer some advice on what to expect?

Hi there, sorry to hear about your diagnosis. I went by means of a similar situation a few years ago. First off, it's great that your melanoma is caught at an early step. Get you discussed treatment options with your doctor yet?

Thanks for the response,. Yes, I've talked to my physician, and they recommended a large excision to get rid of the melanoma. I'm only nervous on the procedure and what comes after.

Don't worry too much,. I had a large excision for my stage 1a melanoma last year, and it went smoothly. The procedure itself was quick, and the recovery wasn't too bad. Just make sure to follow your doctor's post-op recommendations carefully.

That's comforting to hear,. I think the waiting game right after the procedure is what's producing m'anxious. How often do you need go back for check-ups right after treatment?

Hi absolutely everyone, jumping in here., soon after my wide excision for stage 1a melanoma, my medical doctor had me come in for check-ups every three months for the first year, then every six months for the following year. It's important to stay on best of those appointments to catch any potential issues early.

Many thanks for sharing your experiences, everyone. It's comforting to know that other individuals get been by means of this and arrive out okay on the same time., did you prepare any lifestyle modifications after your diagnosis?

Absolutely,. I started becoming more diligent on sunscreen use and putting on protective clothing when I'm out in the sun. Melanoma has a high chance of recurrence, so it's significant to minimize sun exposure as a lot as possible.

That's good advice,. I also started doing standard skin checks at house and trying to keep an eye out for any changes or new moles. Early detection is crucial with melanoma.

Thanks for all the ideas, everyone. I feel a bit more prepared to tackle this journey now. It's comforting to get a supportive community to turn to for the duration of times like those. If anyone has more advice or stories to share, you should keep them coming!