How Post-Treatment Care and Monitoring Can Help You After Skin Cancer Treatment

Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer, and early detection is critical to providing the best treatment outcome. Care and routine monitoring are important for skin cancer survivors after treatment. Dr. Brian Dubow at Dr. Dubow Dermatology in Beverly Hills, CA, offers comprehensive dermatology services, including treatment, post-treatment care, and skin cancer monitoring.

How Post-Treatment Care and Monitoring Can Help You After Skin Cancer Treatment

Skin cancer treatment can destroy skin cancer. Unfortunately, skin cancer can reoccur. Post-treatment care and monitoring over time can help to identify recurring skin cancer so it can be treated early.

More aggressive forms of skin cancer, like melanoma, may not go away completely. You may be worried about the recurrence and spread of the cancer. Regular skin examinations and monitoring can help identify recurring cancer early.

During a follow-up visit, your dermatologist may:

• Perform a comprehensive skin examination
• Order laboratory testing
• Order imaging studies

Your dermatologist will also ask about any side effects you are experiencing from treatment. Your follow-up appointments are also an excellent time to discuss concerns or ask questions about skin cancer, treatment, and other information.

Your dermatologist can also provide you with a customized survivorship plan, which may include:

• A schedule for follow-up exams and tests
• A list of signs or symptoms to be concerned about
• A list of possible side effects from your treatment
• Suggestions for sun protection and skin cancer prevention

Your post-treatment and monitoring appointment schedule will vary depending on the type and stage of skin cancer. Typically, follow-up appointments are scheduled every 6 to 12 months or more frequently if you have moles that need to be monitored.

Want To Know More About Post-Treatment Care and Monitoring of Skin Cancer?

To learn more about how post-treatment care and monitoring can help you after skin cancer treatment, call dermatologist Dr. Brian Dubow at Dr. Dubow Dermatology in Beverly Hills, CA. You can reach him in the office by calling (310) 888-4070, so call today.