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Well, they did my skin cancer surgery today. They went a little larger and deeper than I thought they would, but they evidently got it all the first time. Early detection and removal is important for Squamous Cell Carcinoma for it can spread to lymph nodes and other organs and may be fatal if left unchecked. Some swelling has occurred, which is normal, and some discoloration may occur as well.

Some of the main causes are sun exposeure, expecially in people with fair skin, light hair, and blue, green, or gery eyes. Other factors include burns, scars, exposure to radiation or chemicals, chronic inflammatory conditions, and immunosuppression. Though it is more likely to develop in fair-skinned individuals, squamous cell carcinoma also occurs in dark-skinned people, especially at sites of preexisting inflammatory conditions or burns.

Indications include scaly red patches, elevated growth with a central depression, wart-like growths, nodules, and open sores. All of these types may develop a crusted surface or bleed.

It is especially important to avoid sunlight, especially during peak sunlight hours of 10am to 3pm to reduce the risk of developing this skin cancer. By wearing sunglasses, broad-brimmed hats, and protective, tightly woven clothing, you can limit exposure to the sun's ultraviolet rays. Use of a broad-spectrum sunscreen rated SPF-15 or greater on all exposed skin, including the lips, even on cloudy days, is important as well. Avoid tanning parlors and artificial tanning devices.

Inspect your entire body regularly for any skin changes and routinely visit your dermatologist for a skin examination.

Squamous cell carcinoma is the second most common skin cancer, affecting more than 250,000 Americans annually. Basal cell carcinoma is the most frequent, affecting more than 700,000 annually.

When completely treated, the cure rate for squamous cell carcinoma is greater than 95%. Incidence of developing squamous cell carcinoma increases as you age and occurs more often in males than females. Someone who has had one squamous cell carcinoma has an increased chance of developing another of this typ0e. In addition, someone who has previously had basal cell carcinoma has an increased chance of developing squamous cell carcinoma.

With the Summer approaching rapidly, it is advisable to heed the protection warnings posted in this blog. It may reduce your possibility of getting skin cancer and may prevent a premature death from it spreading to your organs and lymph nodes.

For more information, visit the Dermpath Diagnostics website at http://www.dermpathdiagnostics.com/

Bloody hell, you really cheered me up there mate!
The thing is, you run the gauntlet, and hope for the best!
I go through life avoiding brick walls, but they are everywhere!
Now it is my turn to be less than optomistic! Ha!

Thanks for the information, Cal. Hope all is well now.

Stats do give you the creeps. Too late when you're 63 and you used to burn every summer playing ball or swimming. But I guess it's never too late to start checking.

-Bureau

Yeah, I think things are ok now. My colonoscopy came out fine, so that was a relief. As soon as I get off these pain meds, I might be able to write something again.

Thanks for the info, Cal. Been there myself. Vigilance is the key.

Keep positive and on top of things as you are.

Best regards,

GS

Cal,

Here's the story of my colonoscopy a few years ago:

Jelly Farts

I'm happy that all your procedures went okay.

Hey guy, hang in there! Damn, I've spent over 100 days in hospital since October. No fucking fun at all. You're in my thoughts.

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Thanks for the info, Cal. Been there myself. Vigilance is the key.

Keep positive and on top of things as you are.

Best regards,

GS

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Hey there GS nice to see you back

Cal and Frankie hospitals! I have the t-shirts and scars too so rooting for you both - give those nurses what they deserve for tempting you with their uniforms and then putting up the side bars. Where's that bastard thread gone?

Yes, I need that bastard theme again, I need to vent my spleen.
People beware!
Perhaps that is why it is not included any more!
I have terrible vengeance on my mind and it is not pretty! Ha!

Have you tried thinking happy thoughts?

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Have you tried thinking happy thoughts?

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VC, pos thinking I guess, but not in the sun.

To anybody here suffering from ill health, JO wishes you all the best, get well soon, you're all heroes IMHO!

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Have you tried thinking happy thoughts?

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Oh yes. I've been thinking wonderful, lovely, happy thoughts of how much better we'll be when the oil leak in the Gulf of Mexico kills off 1/3 of the sea and gets rid of those pesky dolphin, killer whales, and marshland creatures. I can hardly wait until the oil well ruptures and emits enough methane into the air to catch the oil aflame with the static electricity produced from it spewing up from the sea. Then there won't be anything for those pesky environmentalists to complain about!

Yes, I'm looking on the bright side of things. Just look how funny those executives from BP, Halliburton, and Transocean were at the Senate hearing! haha

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E3eXLHJDDbk

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give those nurses what they deserve for tempting you with their uniforms and then putting up the side bars. Where's that bastard thread gone?

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Well, I would, but the damned hospital went and hired all male nurses!

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Quote: Jalapenoman

Here's the story of my colonoscopy a few years ago:

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LMAO! I can relate to those jelly farts! haha