I hope someone out there could sympathize with me. I was just diagnosed with skin cancer. I had a red scab on my arm for 4 years. Twice a year for 3 years I went to my doc. Each time he said don't worry that's nothing and don't get it removed, the scar will be huge. I finally said, "Please take it off.' He booked me with a plastic surgeon and said it was dumb to have it removed because of the scar it would leave!!!The plastic surgeon just took out a large amount of tissue, then 10 days later siad, "You have skin cancer" He didn't tell me what to do, no follow up... All he said was he got it all out and chances of it returning is very low. I assume I have nonmelanoma type as he would have told me to get some help. Also having it for 4 years, it would be all in me. I am seeing a new doc in 2 days but am scared to death. Today on the incision I saw a red area that is kinda swollen. Does that mean it grew back or is that new scar tissue????To boot, I have no support on this. I know it is my fault because a teen I burned a lot, but was too stupid! If I tell anyone they will nag me to death. I told only my closest friend and she said serves you right. I'm not going to feel sorry for you. I have been crying for 3 days and feel very depressed! Sorry this turned into a long vent session.
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Doctor misdiagnosed
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First, I think it's a very good idea to see another doctor. Maybe a fresh viewpoint will be more accurate. Second, be very specific with the new doc. Make him/her aware of the lack of specific information and ask for your records to be transferred from the person who removed the growth. This will enable you to put the issue in perspective. We all got too much sun..... Who knew!!!Third, re-evaluate the quality of friendship you are getting from this "best friend". Sounds like you could have a more supportive person. Would you have reacted the same if the situation had been reversed??