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If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with advanced melanoma, you may feel anxious or worried, which is completely natural. There's a sea of information to take in, decisions to make, and you may feel overwhelmed with the amount of new medical words being thrown your way.
On this hub, you can watch videos featuring Dr Ricky Frazer, a cancer doctor. He will walk you through what advanced melanoma is, what to expect if you have been diagnosed, and how it is assessed and treated.
Advanced melanoma: what should I expect?
A diagnosis of advanced melanoma can be overwhelming, and difficult for both you and your loved ones to come to terms with. You may have many questions – like what's going to happen next, or how it may impact your life. Find out more in this video.
What is BRAF in melanoma?
What's BRAF in melanoma, and why does it matter? In this video, find out why genetic testing is conducted on your melanoma cells and how it may affect your treatment options.
Understanding my diagnosis
Find out what advanced melanoma is and how it is generally managed.
Treatment options for advanced melanoma
Deciding on treatment for advanced melanoma can be difficult, particularly as you may have so much on your mind already. Dr Ricky Frazer provides a short overview of the different options in this video. Always talk to your care team for individualised support and personal medical advice.
This content has been developed and fully funded by Bristol Myers Squibb. Created in collaboration with patients, healthcare professionals and melanoma charities.
If you or your loved one is preparing to have immunotherapy for advanced melanoma, you may feel nervous, which is completely natural. You may feel worried about whether it will work, anxious what side effects will be like and overwhelmed with what comes next.
On this hub, you can watch videos featuring Dr Ricky Frazer, a cancer doctor. He will walk you through what immunotherapy is, what to expect on the day you receive it, as well as possible side effects to be aware of and common concerns when finishing the treatment.
Starting an immunotherapy
Immunotherapy with checkpoint inhibitors helps your immune system fight the cancer and aims to slow tumour growth, maintain your quality of life, and keep the cancer from spreading. Find out more about what to expect from your treatment in this video.
Side effects of immunotherapy
If you’re starting treatment for advanced melanoma, it’s important that you’re aware of the potential side effects to look out for, how to report them and how they can be managed. Find out more in this video.
Finishing an immunotherapy
Finishing your treatment can be overwhelming, and it’s natural to feel both relieved and anxious about the future. Your care team will still look after you after you’ve finished treatment. Find out more, including what help is available, in this video.
This content has been developed and fully funded by Bristol Myers Squibb. Created in collaboration with patients, healthcare professionals and melanoma charities.
You may have questions about your condition, how it may affect your work, relationships, financial situation, or you may be interested in exploring treatment options, including immunotherapies, or you even may want to learn more about other topics, like taking part in clinical trials or advance care planning. There are a number of charity websites that can provide further information, as well as community support and helplines:
- Melanoma UK
- Melanoma Focus
- Cancer Research UK
- Macmillan Cancer Support UK
You can access these sites online, or ask your cancer care team for more information. Please note that Bristol Myers Squibb has no control over the content on these websites.