Five years ago I was diagnosed with Melanoma Skin Cancer.  It was a shock and fortunately a very observant primary care doctor strongly encouraged me to get a questionable mole checked.  When I returned for a check up six months later and had not gone to have it checked, she once again urged me STRONGLY to get to the dermatologist.  I just kind of half-heartedly promised to get it checked thinking she was just being a little dramatic.  Thank God for her insistence.

I went to the dermatologist and he immediately removed the mole and assured me that it was very important that it be done.  He sent it for a biopsy.

About a week to 10 days later, I got the phone call that it was cancer.  Melanoma.  Until that day, I had not ever looked up or considered skin cancer being a part of my life.  I knew that God was in control and was mostly unafraid with the exception of one day when I thought about, what if it was more advanced than they thought.  I was scheduled for the surgery to remove the area of the mole and around it.

I prayed and trusted God and fortunately, He is Always Faithful.  He answered.  My Melanoma was Stage 1 when we caught it.  Very Early.  However, after learning about Melanoma, I realized that the check ups were very important.  I am now to able to go once a year.  Today was my yearly appointment and I am happy to say I am 5 years out from Melanoma and still Cancer Free!!!!  I thank God for this every appointment I go to and there is nothing new.

Please review the above picture that shows what to look for in a mole for signs of skin cancer.  If you find a mole or spot you are not sure about, please make an appointment and have it checked.  Early detection is the answer to overcoming Melanoma.

Thank God for the blessing of LIFE.  I pray He uses me in some way to help those around me.  I am grateful for the opportunity to share the Hope of Healing.

Psalm 118:17  “I will not die, but live, and declare the Work of the Lord!!!

God bless and be a beacon of light to all those around you!!