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The most serious type of skin cancer is melanoma. It spreads rapidly and can affect any organ. Melanoma is caused by melanocytes, which are skin cells. Those cells make melanin, the skin pigment. If you don't treat melanoma early, it can spread to other areas of your body.
Skin
Melanoma is classified into four categories.
While anybody can get melanoma, those with the following issues are more vulnerable:
The most common melanoma signs and symptoms include:
These are the other symptoms that should necessitate an appointment with a doctor:
If melanoma occurs, a doctor will recommend treatments based on the extent of the melanoma's spread, which may include the following:
The following factors can also enhance skin cancer risk:
Melanoma's stage of progression is classified according to tumour thickness and other factors.
Melanoma spreads through the following stages:
After surgery, several tests and treatments may be performed:
Avoiding excessive UV exposure can help minimise your risk of developing skin cancer. This can be achieved by:
A good diet can boost your immune system. A healthy immune system helps the body fight against the disease.
Your doctor will use the following criteria for deciding your melanoma stage:
Survival rates indicate the percentage of persons diagnosed with the same cancer stage who survive for a specified period (typically five years) after diagnosis. Their effectiveness cannot predict your life expectancy, but they can help you assess the chances of favourable treatment. Your doctor will help you understand how these statistics apply to your case.
Prognosis and treatment choices are dependent on:
When you get any of the following, you need to see a doctor for a skin examination:
If melanoma is detected late, the patient may experience complications. Among them are:
If you are facing any similar signs or symptoms please contact the BLK-Max team to schedule an appointment at : +91-11-30403040
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