Abstract
This study explores men's subjective lived experiences of melanoma. An interpretative phenomenological approach was employed using in-depth semi-structured interviews and photo-elicitation. Six men took photographs to illustrate their lived experiences. These images were discussed and interpreted by the men during the interview process. Four themes were developed from data analysis: waiting and uncertainty, 'melanoia', the physicality of melanoma, and positive reframing and altered time perspective. Physical, psychological and social impacts were identified within men's accounts of their experiences which influenced illness experience. Photo-elicitation was noted by both the researchers and the men participating as having benefits during the interview process. Men also described therapeutic benefits of this tool by providing a focus for reflection.
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