My 15 years | Episode 6: Coping with Scanxiety

My 15 years | Episode 6: Coping with Scanxiety

From The Eye Believe Podcast by A Cure In Sight

April 9, 2026 · 39 min · Episode 204

About this episode

Melody shares her personal experience with scanxiety and coping strategies after 15 years of living with ocular melanoma.

Episode 6: Coping with Scanxiety For many cancer patients and survivors, the time leading up to scans can bring overwhelming anxiety — often called scanxiety. In Episode 6 of My 15 Years, Melody opens up about her personal experience with scanxiety over the past 15 years of living with ocular melanoma. She shares the fear, uncertainty, and emotional weight that can come with routine scans, even years after diagnosis. More importantly, Melody talks about how she has learned to cope — offering perspective, strategies, and honest reflections on what has helped her navigate those difficult moments. This episode is for anyone who feels the stress of waiting for results, living between appointments, or carrying the quiet fear that can come with survivorship. You are not alone. 🔔 Subscribe to follow the full My 15 Years series 💙 Learn more about A Cure in Sight 🤝 Support ocular melanoma research and patient support: https://acureinsight.org/donate/

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