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Merkel Cell Carcinoma: I'd like to hear from others

Melanoma & Skin Cancer | Last Active: 5 days ago | Replies (156)
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@wayner1

Was diagnosed with MerkelCell March 2024. Surgery on small spot on my forearm in April and lymph nodes. I had radiation starting in June. 25 treatments over 5 weeks and PET scan every 3 months. All PET scans have been negative so far. I think that is pretty standard treatment plan.

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Teresa, Volunteer Mentor | @hopeful33250 | 5 days ago

Hello @wayner1 and welcome to Mayo Connect. I appreciate you sharing your story about Merkel Cell. It sounds like the treatment you have had has been very effective. You must be pleased with the results.

How was your Merkel Cell diagnosed? Was the spot on your forearm something you noticed or was it causing pain?

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