When to see a dermatologist about a skin change
As a dermatologist, I get a lot of questions about skin changes, what they mean and what to do about them.
Being aware of changes to your skin is important. In some cases, these skin changes could be skin cancers, including a particularly dangerous type of skin cancer called melanoma.
But, for many, it isn't always immediately obvious whether a skin change is harmless or cause for alarm.
That's why I'm sharing my...
Metastatic melanoma survivor trusts UT MD Anderson’s expertise and research
Joe Eastin was first diagnosed with melanoma on his left ear in 2012. The Dallas resident had surgery at home to treat the cancer and two...
Intrathecal chemotherapy: 10 questions, answered
Leptomeningeal disease (LMD) occurs when microscopic cancer cells spread to the fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord. These cells may...
What is an actinic keratosis? Dermatologist explains common precancerous skin lesion
Actinic keratoses are very common precancerous skin lesions caused by long-term sun exposure. Dermatologists often find actinic keratoses during skin checks.
An actinic keratosis is not cancer. But if left untreated, over time, it can turn into skin cancer. Here, I’ll answer common questions about actinic keratoses, including what causes them and how they’re treated.
What causes actinic keratoses?Actinic keratoses are caused...
Stage IV melanoma survivor: An immunotherapy clinical trial saved my life
I’ve always had very fair skin and light-colored eyes. Over the years, I’ve had plenty of sun exposure, too — first as a geophysicist working...
Mucosal melanoma survivor trusts MD Anderson to treat rare cancer
Joy McDevitt was diagnosed with a rare cancer called mucosal melanoma of the nasal cavity on Aug. 6, 2024. She had seen an ENT because she...
5-time cancer survivor: Dual diagnoses led me to MD Anderson
The first time I had cancer, I was in my late 20s. What I thought was a persistent zit on my nose turned out to be basal cell carcinoma. I...
Mucosal melanoma survivor: 4 reasons I joined a clinical trial at MD Anderson
When I was diagnosed with stage III mucosal melanoma in May 2024, so many questions filled my mind. Who should I see? What should I do? And...
Is your gel manicure safe?
Gel and shellac manicures and pedicures require salon-goers to dry their nails under lamps that emit ultraviolet (UV) radiation. These lamps...
Can UV light really be used as a cancer treatment?
Normally, you probably hear health care professionals talk about ultraviolet (UV) light regarding sun safety.
That’s because...