Malignant Melanoma
Melanoma can be a very deadly form of skin cancer and can spread rapidly in the body if not diagnosed and treated appropriately.
Early detection is important in order to start treatment before it metastasizes. Anyone of any skin color can develop melanoma, though it is more common in fair-skinned people. A history of sunburns during a young age has been shown to increase the risk of developing this extreme form of skin cancer. Tanning beds are also a major contributor to the development of melanoma. In fact, the World Health Organization has classified TANNING BEDS ARE AS CANCER CAUSING AS CIGARETTES.
Watch This Video on Melanoma by the Melanoma Research Foundation
In Their Words - Patient Testimonials
Treatment Options
Helpful resources
- Melanoma – Mayo Clinic
- Melanoma – Skin Cancer Foundation
- Indoor Tanning – American Academy of Dermatology
- ABCDE’s of Melanoma – Mayo Clinic
- ABCDE’s of Melanoma – Skin Cancer Foundation
- ABCDE’s of Melanoma – American Academy of Dermatology
- Body Mole Map – American Academy of Dermatology
- An Animated Patient’s Guide to Melanoma – Melanoma Research Foundation