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Dr. Wang provides all the information necessary to intelligently and effectively confront a melanoma diagnosis. An essential resource for those individuals recently diagnosed with melanoma.
Well written, informative, and easy to read. Dr. Wang delivers the information with a fresh perspective that will certainly empower patients as they deal with this dangerous skin cancer. Every melanoma patient needs to read this book!
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Beating Melanoma is a beacon of hope and empowerment for those navigating the complexities of melanoma. Dr. Wang, a seasoned dermatologist and compassionate melanoma expert, delivers a comprehensive guide that not only imparts crucial medical insights, but also offers unwavering support to patients and their families. It is an indispensable resource for the journey toward overcoming melanoma.
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Trim Size
5.5
x 8.5
Pages
176
ISBN
9781421449487
Illustration Description
4 b&w photos, 4 b&w illus.
Table of Contents
Preface
Melanoma Experts
1. Introduction: You Have Melanoma. Now What?
2. The Five-Step Plan: Navigating the "Mad Rush" Phase
Step 1: Understand the Diagnostic Information in the Pathology Report
Step 2
Preface
Melanoma Experts
1. Introduction: You Have Melanoma. Now What?
2. The Five-Step Plan: Navigating the "Mad Rush" Phase
Step 1: Understand the Diagnostic Information in the Pathology Report
Step 2: Understand the Severity of Your Melanoma with the AJCC Staging System
Step 3: Understand Your Treatment Options
Step 4: Understand Survival Rate and Prognosis
Step 5: Find the Clinical Experts in Your Area
3. The "Marathon" Phase: Surviving Melanoma
Medical Follow-Up
Why Do You Need Continual Follow-Up?
When Do Melanomas Usually Recur?
What Physicians Look for to See If a Melanoma Is Coming Back or Has Spread Elsewhere?
What is My Risk of Getting Another Melanoma?
What Specialist or Specialists Should You See for Follow Ups?
How Frequently Should You Have Follow-Up Exams?
What Should You Expect during Follow-Up Visits?
What Can I Do to Improve the Appearance of My Scar
How Does a Dermatologist Find a New Melanoma?
Total Body Skin Exam
The ABCDE Rule
Ugly Duckling Sign
Symptomatic Lesions
Dermoscopy Exam
Total Body Photography
Short-Term Follow Up with Digital Photos
Confocal Laser Microscopy
Biopsy & Pathology—the Gold Standard
How Can You Find a New Melanoma?
How to Prevent Melanoma?
Why You Should Not Use Tanning Devices?
Who Else in My Family Is at Risk for Developing Melanoma?
What Is Your Skin and Hair Color?
What Is Your Age and Sex?
How Much Sun Exposure Have You Had?
Do You have a Personal and Family History of Atypical Moles and Melanoma?
Do You Have Any Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer?
Do You Have Large Moles that Were Present at Birth?
Are You Immune Suppressed?
Do You Have Any Genetic Disposition?
Technical Innovations
Artificial Intelligence
Genetic Expression Profiling
4. Networking: Finding and Sharing Information
5. Beating Melanoma: The Checklist
Appendixes
Basal Cell Cancer
Squamous Cell Cancer
Glossary
Index
