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Jimmyz123 · 03-20-2012, 10:16 AM

Sun Protection is a Must

I just got back from having 2 Skin Cancers removed from the back of my ear, what I thought was only 1 actually turned out to be 2. Trust me this is no fun to have done. Here’s a rundown of what they did.
I had to get 6 needle shots behind my ear to numb the area
Then they taped my ear to the side of my head while this was setting in
Once numb they Sliced the two areas from my head.
They sent those to the Pathologist to have them analyzed to see if it had all been removed.
Then they got out the Cauterizing too and used that to close the wound and then stitched it up.
I had to wait about 15 minutes for the report from the Pathologist.
Doctor walks in and says, “We didn’t get it all we have to go deeper the cancer tissue is more inward that outward.” There isn’t much area on the ear for that to happen.
The process above minus the shots was done all again. This time I have a hole that goes through my ear that was stitched up. 15 minutes later the Pathologist gives us the thumbs up that it has all be removed. Thank God, I didn’t have much ear left for them to work on.
I know that we are all tough and think nothing can happen to me, I don’t need a hat, sunscreen, or whatever. We preach about safety on the water so that we all can fish another day, well if you’re dead from skin cancer the only thing we’ll be doing is decomposing and not fishing. I for one want to fish and note decompose. Wear a good had, buff, sun clothing, or whatever keeps you protected. If you have any sores on you that just will not heal, it’s probably skin cancer, go have it taken care of. If you are fare skinned like me you should be checked every 6 months, or at least once a year. I hope this helps someone protect themselves and hopefully add more years to your life.

GR6RR · 03-20-2012, 10:56 AM

Sun Protection FTW!!! I too, rather be fishing than decomposing.

I always wear my hat but need to practice using sun block.

It's too bad I can't put that stuff on my face, it'll cause all kinds of acne inflammation.

Yakin · 03-20-2012, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by GR6RR

Sun Protection FTW!!! I too, rather be fishing than decomposing.

I always wear my hat but need to practice using sun block.

It's too bad I can't put that stuff on my face, it'll cause all kinds of acne inflammation.

They actually make special kind of sun screen for your face with acne protection for people with fair skin like use that will help keep your acne down
mose cvs and walgreens have it
just gotta ask and search i cant remember what its called if i find it i will let you know

Jimmyz123 · 03-20-2012, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by GR6RR

Sun Protection FTW!!! I too, rather be fishing than decomposing.

I always wear my hat but need to practice using sun block.

It's too bad I can't put that stuff on my face, it'll cause all kinds of acne inflammation.

I use the baby sunscreens because they are designed for skin health and protection. They don't cause acne and are very protective and gentle. The other ones I like are Blue Lizard, Aloe Gator, and other Aloe based sunscreens.

Yakin · 03-20-2012, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Jimmyz123

I use the baby sunscreens because they are designed for skin health and protection. They don't cause acne and are very protective and gentle. The other ones I like are Blue Lizard, Aloe Gator, and other Aloe based sunscreens.

Hope you heal up pretty quick jim and get back out on the water

GR6RR · 03-20-2012, 01:30 PM

was here at first... and didn't see the picture.

mtnbykr2 · 03-20-2012, 02:36 PM

Thanks Jimmy for the graphic warning about taking care of ones skin...
glad everything turned out ok, and you had enough ear meat to work with...I was wondering why you didn't have a 2.0 gold hook added in while they were cuttin?

kiddin...well sorta...
I know that was no joking matter...thanks for the update and sharing the good news...
Now get out and catch something will ya

Jimmyz123 · 03-20-2012, 02:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Yakin

Hope you heal up pretty quick jim and get back out on the water

I was going to try and get out tomorrow but the pain is starting to kick in and I think I will make sure that I am recovered a little more before going out.

Yakin · 03-20-2012, 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Jimmyz123

I was going to try and get out tomorrow but the pain is starting to kick in and I think I will make sure that I am recovered a little more before going out.

Smart idea them pain meds can do crazy things to your gut
Don't want to be chumming your breakfast and lunch now do we haha

03-20-2012, 10:16 AM	#1
Jimmyz123 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: San Diego Posts: 2,385	More on Sun Protection Sun Protection is a Must I just got back from having 2 Skin Cancers removed from the back of my ear, what I thought was only 1 actually turned out to be 2. Trust me this is no fun to have done. Here’s a rundown of what they did. I had to get 6 needle shots behind my ear to numb the area Then they taped my ear to the side of my head while this was setting in Once numb they Sliced the two areas from my head. They sent those to the Pathologist to have them analyzed to see if it had all been removed. Then they got out the Cauterizing too and used that to close the wound and then stitched it up. I had to wait about 15 minutes for the report from the Pathologist. Doctor walks in and says, “We didn’t get it all we have to go deeper the cancer tissue is more inward that outward.” There isn’t much area on the ear for that to happen. The process above minus the shots was done all again. This time I have a hole that goes through my ear that was stitched up. 15 minutes later the Pathologist gives us the thumbs up that it has all be removed. Thank God, I didn’t have much ear left for them to work on. I know that we are all tough and think nothing can happen to me, I don’t need a hat, sunscreen, or whatever. We preach about safety on the water so that we all can fish another day, well if you’re dead from skin cancer the only thing we’ll be doing is decomposing and not fishing. I for one want to fish and note decompose. Wear a good had, buff, sun clothing, or whatever keeps you protected. If you have any sores on you that just will not heal, it’s probably skin cancer, go have it taken care of. If you are fare skinned like me you should be checked every 6 months, or at least once a year. I hope this helps someone protect themselves and hopefully add more years to your life. __________________ No better time than being on the water, God Bless, JimmyZ Last edited by Jimmyz123; 03-20-2012 at 11:57 AM.

03-20-2012, 10:56 AM	#2
GR6RR Lucky Fisher Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: too far inland Posts: 366	Sun Protection FTW!!! I too, rather be fishing than decomposing. I always wear my hat but need to practice using sun block. It's too bad I can't put that stuff on my face, it'll cause all kinds of acne inflammation. __________________

03-20-2012, 01:30 PM	#6
GR6RR Lucky Fisher Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: too far inland Posts: 366	was here at first... and didn't see the picture. __________________

03-20-2012, 02:36 PM	#7
mtnbykr2 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: newbury park ca Posts: 2,323	Thanks Jimmy for the graphic warning about taking care of ones skin... glad everything turned out ok, and you had enough ear meat to work with...I was wondering why you didn't have a 2.0 gold hook added in while they were cuttin? kiddin...well sorta... I know that was no joking matter...thanks for the update and sharing the good news... Now get out and catch something will ya __________________