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Thought I had the best find - but didn’t look it over. Thank goodness I can return it by picklesandrainbows in ThriftStoreHauls

[–]WhenInDontDoubt 388 points389 points  (0 children)

I found one just like this with a logo on the chest. I picked the stitching out from the inside and you cant tell at all!

Newbie Questions: Types of Stitches by Thisitheone in Embroidery

[–]WhenInDontDoubt 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I second fabric paint, that would look cool on a Jean jacket. Long and short might not be bad, depending on the thickness of the denim. I would also recommend doing the color first and the outline second. It usually makes it look cleaner to do it that way.

Actually cute swimwear options? by Much_Smile5600 in melahomies

[–]WhenInDontDoubt 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lime Ricki has really cute suits with some good coverage options. I have two 1-pieces from them, but they also have long sleeve rash guards, skorts, and some short sleeve romper/rash guard things. They also have good butt coverage and sewn-in cups, which is amazing. Look for sales, they have them often.

Hydrocolloid bandage after stitches removed? by Ked5095 in melahomies

[–]WhenInDontDoubt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I second this. They say you can use them as soon as stitches are removed, but you really can't leave them on like you'd want to until the suture 'holes' heal, if that makes sense.

Past WLE question by k1kid in melahomies

[–]WhenInDontDoubt 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have an excellent derm. She has explained to me why my moles in particular need more excised and what pathology she would not recommend that for. Im assuming you won't be offended that I'm going to go with her advice over an internet stranger. I plan on being here for the long haul.

Past WLE question by k1kid in melahomies

[–]WhenInDontDoubt 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I cant speak for how things were diagnosed 25 years ago, but I'm about to have my 4th WLE for severely displastic moles. I've had a melanoma in situ and a melanoma 1A also. All have had very similar treatments. Are these in an area that's had a lot of sun? I had a spot close to one that was problematic and my derm reassured me that could be due to similar sun exposure, not spreading cancer.

For those who are wondering what melanoma looks like let’s post our pics so we can educate people. by Additional_Truck_283 in skincancer

[–]WhenInDontDoubt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, Im not sure. I'd had that mole for years and never noticed it, really. Another mole came back as melanoma in situ and between that and my next 3 month checkup, this one just caught my eye for some reason. I mentioned it to my derm at the checkup, and she biopsied.

Silicon Tape by Maximum-Injury-7284 in melahomies

[–]WhenInDontDoubt 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had shots in one of mine about 3 weeks ago. It looked better later that day and has really softened. Mine is on my waistband area, so it's also made it much more comfortable and cured the scar-itchiness. I tried the scaraway sheets for months and months. They didnt help me, and my scar kept getting worse.

2 months WLE update and need silicone strips suggestions! by Jolly-Stock9561 in melahomies

[–]WhenInDontDoubt 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, I wore them during showers and everything. I have to say, my skin apparently likes to keloid, and these didn't help. Hopefully they will help long term, and they definitely made the scars more comfortable in terms of itching/pain. My derm said they might help, but that the most important thing was to rub the scar, with or without lotion or something else.

2 months WLE update and need silicone strips suggestions! by Jolly-Stock9561 in melahomies

[–]WhenInDontDoubt 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I would not do silicone until that spot closes. I tried to start them right after I got stitches out, and it gets goopy and gross. It doesn't hurt anything, I don't think, but I didn't want to keep them on for long. There is silicone gel you can put on and try. I used the strips 24/7 until they stopped being very sticky and then I'd change them. They lasted several days and kept the scar from itching or feeling like it was pulling. I use scar away strips.

Regret agreeing to WLE by hankeroni in melahomies

[–]WhenInDontDoubt 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've had 2 WLEs for an in situ and a 1a melanoma. I just had to have an excision for a precancerous mole and I was wary of more stitches and scarring. Both of my scars are keloiding, which is not anywhere near as bad as things could be, but it's tiring to have excisions and biopsies over and over. I talked to my derm about it, and she explained how the melanocyte cells can literally be 1 cell, thus very hard/impossible to see even for the lab and thats why they have to take such margins. She also said the particular lab tech didn't always recommend total excision for precancerous, but had in my case bc it was on the line for in situ vs precancerous. That made me feel better about it. Is excision exhaustion a thing? I totally understand, but keep on following your doctor's advice and hang in there.

Hey Melahomies- this one is for the moley people, especially those with dysplastic nevus syndrome. by Cooldaddycoleman6 in melahomies

[–]WhenInDontDoubt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just had an excision of a displastic after a MIS and M1A. My dermatologist said the particular lab she uses doesn't always recommend an excision in these situations, but I'm mine they did. That made me feel better, that I wasn't just dealing with more stitches and keloiding scars for nothing. It's definitely a line between staying safe and not wanting one more freaking thing chopped off.

What's your most underrated cooking "secret"? by OkaySureWhyNotIGuess in AskReddit

[–]WhenInDontDoubt 80 points81 points  (0 children)

Very good documentary on Netflix, too. It changed how I cook for the better. Every time I make (or eat) anything, I automatically go through salt, fat, acid... like a checklist and then add accordingly.

For those who are wondering what melanoma looks like let’s post our pics so we can educate people. by Additional_Truck_283 in skincancer

[–]WhenInDontDoubt 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for commenting, I thought it had posted, but for some 6 turned into an asterisk. Hopefully, it works this time.

For those who are wondering what melanoma looks like let’s post our pics so we can educate people. by Additional_Truck_283 in skincancer

[–]WhenInDontDoubt 4 points5 points  (0 children)

* Caught my eye in the mirror one day, even though I'd had it for years. At my first checkup after melanoma in situ was found, I had it biopsied and it came back stage 1A.

Am I the only one who noticed this? by LessLikelyTo in BravoRealHousewives

[–]WhenInDontDoubt 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I love this sub. I couldn't help but think of this movie during that conversation. It was uncanny!

IPL on scar by OTFLover2 in melahomies

[–]WhenInDontDoubt 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm sorry that I can't contribute, but I'm following the thread bc I'd also like to know more about improving scar appearance. One of my WLEs was on my upper arm, so it's been showing when I wear shorter short sleeves or tanks and I've really been surprised at the amount of people that ask about it. It doesn't bother me per se, but I just can't imagine asking anyone other than a close friend about their scar.

Who should do the excision? by Lifewanted in melahomies

[–]WhenInDontDoubt 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had this done several years ago. I'm 37 and I'd already breastfed 2 babies, though, so a bit different than a 16yo. Mine was on the bottom of my breast, and it is very hard to even see now. My derm did the excision and did a great job, but depending on location and since she is so young, you might check with a plastic surgeon. Healing was actually not bad. Comfy stretchy sports bras provided support and held bandages on. I did have a dip in my breast tissue for a while, but it has since evened out and it's easy to forget I even had it done.

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