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Q: Melanoma Phase 0 situ

asked by: jmcurtin on June 28th, 2009

New User

My friend was just diagnosed with melanoma phase 0 situ last week and scheduled surgery in 4 weeks. His Doctor said she is going on vacation but when she gets back they'll take care of it. My friend is going along with it because he wants his Doctor to do the surgery. My question is the following: is that crazy to wait? If I was told I have cancer, I would want that removed instantly. I don't care what stage it is. His doctor said because of the stage, 4 weeks is no big deal. Please give me your opinion. Should I relax or should I push my friend to move up the surgery date. Thanks

Replies(5)

JavaMissus

replied on June 28th, 2009

Supporter

Being very familiar with this disease, plus knowing the stages, your friend is in no danger...It still has not progressed to the growing down stage on the skin...It should really be an easy surgery...Not to worry as I am sure the doctor knows what he is doing...

Good luck,
Caroline

Users who thank JavaMissus for this post: jmcurtin

jmcurtin

replied on June 28th, 2009

New User

Thank you Caroline. I appreciate your positive response. Have a good evening.

JavaMissus

replied on June 28th, 2009

Supporter

Thank you very much....You have a great evening too...

Caroline

jmcurtin

replied on June 30th, 2009

New User

Does anyone have a similar situation or advise they can offer?

JACK37

replied on July 1st, 2009

Experienced User

Get it off right away. Melanoma is a real killer. Most all of them start in situ but they grow down and get into the blood. You found it early so don't wait. The longer you wait the bigger the surgery. I know first hand about this.

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