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Meet John, as he discusses his skin cancer treatment at GenesisCare



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Non-melanoma skin cancer: consider radiation therapy

John, 73 years admits to a life-long lack of regard for his skin with many years of outside work with no sun protection, and some extensive sun damage as a child. Being a red haired, fair skinned gentleman, John’s sensitivity to the sun has also always been heightened, and potentially led to more extensive damage over the years.

When he began to feel very unwell in March 2014, John visited his GP who ran lots of tests. A diagnosis of end-stage kidney disease rocked John’s world. After undergoing a transplant in 2018, John began taking great care of his skin as there is an increased risk of skin cancers in people who have undergone transplants due to the immunosuppressive drugs they need to take.(1)

After many years of trying topical creams (e.g. Efudex), and undergoing minor surgeries to cut-out small areas, John was referred to GenesisCare, Rockhampton by a skin specialist at his local GP practice. Having reached a point referred to as ‘surgical fatigue’, Dr Tuan Ha discussed new options for treating the non-melanomas on John’s arms, legs, and face.

To date, John has had both his arms treated. He received daily treatments over a 6-week period. John is now undergoing treatment on his scalp, face, and ears. With the advances in radiation therapy to include wide-field techniques, it is possible to treat large areas at the same time, and because this treatment is less invasive than surgery, patients can generally resume regular day-to-day activities in less time.(2)

We are changing the face of care for non-melanoma skin cancer. At GenesisCare we deliver a personalised care experience close to home. With our non-invasive modern radiation therapy techniques, we treat non-melanoma skin cancer, whilst conserving the skin.

Learn more about radiation therapy treatment for non-melanoma skin cancer at: https://newface.genesiscare.com/

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Disclaimer: Any medical procedure or treatment involving the use of radiation carries risks, including skin irritation and associated pain. Before proceeding with treatment, you should discuss the risks and benefits of the treatment with an appropriately qualified health practitioner. Individual treatment outcomes and experiences will vary. This information does not represent the outcome in your particular situation.

Ref:
(1) De Rosa N, et al. JAMA derm 2019; 155.6: 716–719.
(2) Willenbrink T, et al. J Am Acad Dermatol 2020; 83(3):709-717.
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