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brianlux
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Sorry for the "you should" sounding thread. I don't mean it to be that way.
But the fact is, UV rays affecting our skin is a thing. It's gotten more common over the years. I'm going in more Mohs surgery tomorrow to have another basal cell carcinoma cut out of my face. There are way worse things one can go through, but this is no fun either. The whole face stab numbing thing (this on is the side of my nose- it's not gonna be fun), stitches, lingering pain, all that craps, no shower for three days. If I had known, I would never have spent as much time in the sun and gotten sun burns when I was young. Too late!
But the fact is, UV rays affecting our skin is a thing. It's gotten more common over the years. I'm going in more Mohs surgery tomorrow to have another basal cell carcinoma cut out of my face. There are way worse things one can go through, but this is no fun either. The whole face stab numbing thing (this on is the side of my nose- it's not gonna be fun), stitches, lingering pain, all that craps, no shower for three days. If I had known, I would never have spent as much time in the sun and gotten sun burns when I was young. Too late!
So, no, this is not a "you should". Just a thought to consider.
Oh, and the other bad thing about tomorrow- I'm a night owl. I have to get up at least two hours earlier than normal. Yeah, I know, tiny violins. 

"It's a sad and beautiful world"
-Roberto Benigni
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Hope it all goes well @brianlux
One of the first things I had to learn when I moved from Wales (cold as fck) to Australia (hot as fck) was the importance of looking after your skin in the sun.“Do not postpone happiness”
(Jeff Tweedy, Sydney 2007)
“Put yer good money on the sunrise”
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Yeah, negative challenges for sure-the nerves all around the nose, that numbing jab, and removal work, care/ recovery, and violations to (your) circadium rhythms- Wishing you well & good, w/ minimal or no scarring & all blessings+ mercies for the timings, proceedures/ & doctor skills.0
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I agree. In fact, I'm responsible for my child's skin, too. 80% of their exposure happens before 18!
I was swimming in the Great Barrier Reef
Animals were hiding behind the Coral
Except for little Turtle
I could swear he's trying to talk to me
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Thanks folks. Off I go to the skin doc.
Good time to have to be wearing masks in public. It will cover the uglies!
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Take care Brian. smart stuff.0
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It’s our biggest organ. Need to pay attention to it.
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Good luck, Brian. Speedy recovery!!0
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brianlux said:Sorry for the "you should" sounding thread. I don't mean it to be that way.
But the fact is, UV rays affecting our skin is a thing. It's gotten more common over the years. I'm going in more Mohs surgery tomorrow to have another basal cell carcinoma cut out of my face. There are way worse things one can go through, but this is no fun either. The whole face stab numbing thing (this on is the side of my nose- it's not gonna be fun), stitches, lingering pain, all that craps, no shower for three days. If I had known, I would never have spent as much time in the sun and gotten sun burns when I was young. Too late!So, no, this is not a "you should". Just a thought to consider.Oh, and the other bad thing about tomorrow- I'm a night owl. I have to get up at least two hours earlier than normal. Yeah, I know, tiny violins.Post edited by Purple Fairy Tree on0 -
Still at skin doctor. Three cuts and waiting to see if more or if suture time. This ain't no party, this ain't no disco, lol. Thanks for good thoughts, friends! 🥰"It's a sad and beautiful world"-Roberto Benigni0
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...and then there's the 5 hours (and counting) of digital elevator music. Can I scream now?"It's a sad and beautiful world"-Roberto Benigni0
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Memo to self... bring earbuds when dealing the negative effects of the enjoying the beach!I was swimming in the Great Barrier Reef
Animals were hiding behind the Coral
Except for little Turtle
I could swear he's trying to talk to me
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tish said:Memo to self... bring earbuds when dealing the negative effects of the enjoying the beach!Sorry Tish, honestly, my motivation here was not to be a downer. I'm sorry if you see this thread as such. Do enjoy the beach! But maybe use some sum block.We didn't have sun block when I was a kid. We used Coppertan which increased the sun's rays. That and COVID delaying the ability to get in sooner. That's why I spent 7 hours having Mohs surgery today. Seven fcking hours Had I been able to get this done a year or 18 months ago, it would have gone way better. Anyone diagnosed with a carcinoma, please do your self a favor and do your best to get it treated sooner than later. Today was hell and the pain right now sucks big time.
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Post edited by Spunkie onI was swimming in the Great Barrier Reef
Animals were hiding behind the Coral
Except for little Turtle
I could swear he's trying to talk to me
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tish said:Not a downer. Good advice. I keep looking at a little spot keeping an eye on it since I'm such a sun baby. Thanks for the heads up. Wishing you a quick recovery Briboy!
Edit: Seriously, no one needs to heed your learnings on this more than me:
@RatherStarved took this pic last Ohana.
Look at how much sun I sucked up last summer!Thank you Tish. And big kudos for looking out for your kiddo. Wise and caring mom!Great photo there. Looks like good times!"It's a sad and beautiful world"-Roberto Benigni0
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