Cancer, melanoma: A skin cancer that begins in cells called melanocytes that can grow together to form benign (not cancerous) moles. A change in size, shape, or color of a mole can be a sign of melanoma. It can be cured if detected early, before spread (metastasis) to other areas. Diagnosis is confirmed by a biopsy of the abnormal skin. Sun exposure can cause skin damage that can lead to melanoma.
Information about melanoma treatment, prevention, causes, screening, clinical trials, research, and other topics from the National Cancer Institute.
About This Booklet. This National Cancer Institute (NCI) booklet is for people diagnosed with the most common types of skin cancer:* Melanoma; Basal cell skin cancer
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Melanoma is the most dangerous type of skin cancer. It is the leading cause of death from skin disease. It involves cells called melanocytes, which produce a ...
Melanoma is a cancer that starts in a certain type of skin cell.