My melanoma was on my trunk, lower right side (oblique area).
Hi. Where was your melanoma located? Was it near your nose? I checked the official prescribing information for Veramyst (fluticasone nasal spray) and it does not specifically state that this drug is contraindicated for those with melanoma or any other cancer. However, for those with recent nasal surgery, this drug should be avoided as it delays wound healing and increases the risk of fungal (Candida) infection. If your melanoma surgery was near your nasal area, this may be one reason why your doctor refused to prescribe the drug to you. The literature also suggests caution in using this drug with people whose immune systems are depressed as fluticasone may worsen the immunosuppression. Patients with advanced stage cancer usually have compromised immune systems, but I'm not sure if someone with an early stage, localized melanoma would be immunosuppressed.