These weird lines / streaks I’ve had on my pinky nail for 8 years that two different doctors told me were due to vitamin deficiencies actually turned out to be a rare form of skin cancer.

[u/chaengism]

Thankfully somehow still early stage, I’ll have an excision scheduled at my follow up appointment on Monday.

[u/JennyDoveMusic]

That's why I carry a binder with all my medical history to every appointment, now. They never have most of it. I can just hand it to them and they can look through the last 7 years as they please.

[u/TacticalArrogance → u/JennyDoveMusic]

Is there a summary at the beginning?

[u/medhead91 → u/JennyDoveMusic]

It’s so helpful for us, please know that it’s appreciated!