There are many different types of melanoma. To know how best to treat the melanoma, your dermatologist will determine which kind you have and what steps should be taken for your optimal treatment.
4 Main Types of Melanoma
- Superficial spreading melanoma
- Nodular melanoma
- Lentigo maligna melanoma
- Acral lentiginous melanoma
Source:http://www.skincancer.org/skin-cancer-information/melanoma/types-of-melanoma
Melanoma Detection
It’s always good to keep an eye out for melanoma on your own during the course of your days. If you notice something different on your skin that you haven’t seen before, first of all, keep an eye on it and watch to see if it changes, but also you can determine if there is a possible reason for concern by remembering your ABCs. Specifically A, B, C, D, and E.
Asymmetry – The shape of one half does not match the other half.
Border that is irregular – Are the edges ragged, notched, or blurred in outline? Is the pigment spreading into the surrounding skin?
Color that is uneven – Shades of black, brown, and tan may be present. Areas of white, gray, red, pink, or blue may also be seen.
Diameter – There is a change in size. Melanomas can be tiny, but most are larger than the size of a pea (larger than 6 millimeters or about 1/4 inch).
Evolving: The mole changes over a few weeks or months.
If you are wondering whether or not that mole is something to be concerned about you can follow your ABCDEs to keep an eye on it, but especially if it’s changing in size or shape, the best and safest approach is to call and set up an appointment with a High Valley Dermatologist so we can look at more closely. We will be able to tell you quickly if there is even need to be concerned. Your mole or melanoma will not just get better on its own. Take action today before you wish you had done so yesterday.
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