Basal Cell Carcinoma Questions

I have been diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma on my lower lip and prescribed Aldara. I have been?

... told to apply the cream to the lesion, which is on the lip and just below the lip. The package insert says not to use Aldara on the lips. How important is this? Why shouldn't Aldara be used ...

Posted 16 days ago • 1 answer •

About a year ago I was involved in a study for BCC. The doctor had me on an Aldara diet. After it?

Because I don't have insurance nor access to Aldara I'm reaching out to other Aldara users who may know how I can obtain more to complete my treatment. I'm in need of about 10 more ...

Posted 28 Dec 2011 • 1 answer •

I am into 26 days of application of the Efudex #51 on my face this morning. The itch, burn the?

swelling,scabbing is getting too much. Could I have a chemo burn parts of my face would suggest it?

Posted 26 Dec 2011 • 0 answers •

Basal Cell Carcinoma - once they remove the tumor is that it, you don't have the cancer anymore?

Hello All, first question is once they have removed the tumor does that mean you dont have Bcc any longer? Do you carry bcc all of the time and just wait until another tumor appears? The doctor that ...

Posted 26 Jun 2011 • 1 answer •

Aldara - I recently completed my 6 week treatment for skin cancer, but I am still experiencing?

... soreness and discharge of a clear liquid. I also have scabs building up. Is this normal? If it is, how long will these symptoms last?

Posted 14 Apr 2011 • 0 answers •

Can I stop taking Aldara after 4 wks treatment for BCC?

Posted 13 Dec 2010 • 1 answer •

How long does it take for the scabbing to disappear after treatment?

A week ago I finished a course of Aldara cream treatment for basal cell carcinoma, which resulted in the formation of a scab. At the moment there is no real reduction in the size of the scab. Should ...

Posted 16 Jul 2010 • 1 answer •

Since Biafine Emulsion does not contain a sun block is it okay to put a sunblock on over it?

Healing treatment after treatment with Aldara.

Posted 12 Feb 2010 • 1 answer •

My Dr. prescribed Carac cream for possible superficial basal cell. She told me that my skin would?

only become irritated if it was a basal cell. She said that if it wasn't an actual basal cell that my skin would not react. Is this correct? Also, she prescribed it for once a day for 4 weeks. ...

Posted 8 Jan 2010 • 1 answer •

Basal Cell Carcinoma - Is Soriatane effective treatment?

when open basal ulcers persist in lower leg with periferal vascular disease?

Posted 17 Dec 2009 • 1 answer •

Does EFUDEX have a recommended shelf life? I have two tubes prescribed in 2005 and stored in a?

... constant temp environment around 60-70 degrees. Safe to use?

Posted 4 Nov 2009 • 1 answer •

Basal Cell Carcinoma - Do any of you have or know of anyone with metastatic basal cell?? My?

... husband has it in his lymph nodes and lungs. It's very rare and we're wondering if anyone else out there is in his boat. Also he's had some success with clinical trials. We'd ...

Posted 22 Oct 2009 • 1 answer •

Skin Cancer - How does Efudix and it's effectiveness compare to Aldara cream?

If my doctor hasn't heard of Efudix, how can he obtain the necessary information to determine if it should be prescribed for me (my history of Basel Cell Carcinoma?)

Posted 10 Aug 2009 • 1 answer •