Melanoma
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Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer. Often the first sign of melanoma is a change in the size, shape, color or feel of a mole. Most melanomas have a black or black-blue area. Melanoma may also appear as a new mole. It may be black, abnormal or "ugly looking."
Thinking of "ABCD" can help you remember what to watch for:
- Asymmetry - the shape of one half does not match the other
- Border - the edges are ragged, blurred or irregular
- Color - the color in uneven and may include shades of black, brown and tan
- Diameter - there is a change in size, usually an increase
Melanoma can be cured if it is diagnosed and treated early. If melanoma is not removed in its early stages, cancer cells may grow downward from the skin surface and invade healthy tissue. If it spreads to other parts of the body it can be difficult to control.
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Melanoma
kidshealth.org — “Melanoma is different from other skin cancers because it can spread if it's not caught early. Find out how to lower your family's risk of getting melanoma and how doctors treat it.” View full resource at kidshealth.org
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kidshealth.org — “Melanoma is different from other skin cancers because it can spread if it's not caught early. Find out how to lower your family's risk of getting melanoma and how doctors treat it.” View full resource at kidshealth.org
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kidshealth.org — “Si existe alguna buena noticia sobre el melanoma, se trata de la siguiente: Usted tiene el poder de reducir sustancialmente el riesgo de que su familia lo contraiga protegiendo a sus hijos del sol, prestando atención a los lunares en su piel y asegurándose de que conozcan desde temprana edad la importancia de tomar muy en serio las medidas de protección contra el sol.” View full resource at kidshealth.org
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Melanoma
teenshealth.org — “Melanoma is different from other skin cancers because it can spread if it's not caught early. Find out how to lower your risk of getting melanoma and how doctors treat it.” View full resource at teenshealth.org
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Melanoma
teenshealth.org — “Melanoma is different from other skin cancers because it can spread if it's not caught early. Find out how to lower your risk of getting melanoma and how doctors treat it.” View full resource at teenshealth.org
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Sunscreen have you covered? About #Melanoma http://ow.ly/53czv
Melanoma
fhcrc.org — “Hutchinson Center research related to melanoma skin cancer, melanoma information and skin cancer information, risk of melanoma and risk of skin cancer. Hutchinson Center, Seattle, WA.” View full resource at fhcrc.org
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RT @hutchinsonctr: We're starting skin cancer awareness month with a #melanoma primer http://ht.ly/4Lhkf
Melanoma on #MDlinx
mdlinx.com — “Melanoma on #MDlinx” View full resource at mdlinx.com
Most Recently Shared on October 22, 2010 at 10:35 am By:
Sandeep Pulim MD Doctor, Health Communicator, and Physician
Phase II trial of sagopilone, a novel epothilone analog in metastatic melanoma: British Journal of Cancer http://bit.ly/dcfI0v #oncology
Melanoma Podcast
muschealth.com — “Melanoma: Standard of Care - MUSC - Learn more about standard of care and the future of care for melanoma in this health podcast” View full resource at muschealth.com
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Dr. Camp discusses the current standard of care for melanoma & the difficulty of treatment in progressive stages: http://tinyurl.com/o4knop
Melanoma on #MDlinx
mdlinx.com — “Melanoma on #MDlinx” View full resource at mdlinx.com
Most Recently Shared on October 3, 2010 at 4:25 am By:
Sandeep Pulim MD Doctor, Health Communicator, and Physician
Phase 3 study of docosahexaenoic acid–paclitaxel versus dacarbazine in patients with metastatic malignant... http://bit.ly/c3AEGP #medicine
Melanoma Awareness |
signaturemoms.com — “Melanoma Awareness |” View full resource at signaturemoms.com
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RT @SignatureHlth With summer around the corner, it's time to think about sun safety. Mommy blogger Tanya has great tips http://ow.ly/4WyFh
Melanoma and Diet
healthyfellow.com — “Melanoma and Diet” View full resource at healthyfellow.com
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Study - Calcium & Vit. D May Protect Against Skin Cancer http://j.mp/lFbSB5 More Info: http://j.mp/m9piy3 #cancer #news
Melanoma Development
springer.com — “The book provides comprehensive insights into molecular changes in malignant melanoma.The general mechanisms of melanoma growth and development are described, as well as new research findings. Our current knowledge on the molecules ...” View full resource at springer.com
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Aim at Melanoma -
aimatmelanoma.org — “AIM is a cancer research organization committed to increasing support for melanoma research; promoting prevention and education; and providing comprehensive resources for patients, survivors, and caregivers.” View full resource at aimatmelanoma.org
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Aim at Melanoma -
aimatmelanoma.org — “AIM is a cancer research organization committed to increasing support for melanoma research; promoting prevention and education; and providing comprehensive resources for patients, survivors, and caregivers.” View full resource at aimatmelanoma.org
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Walking in our Jaime's memory Sponsor DONNA REGEN in AIM for a CURE Melanoma Walk http://t.co/NCIguWD
Melanoma Monday
melanomamonday.org — “The site contains an interactive calendar of the month of May with 31 Ways to Prevent and Detect Melanoma, a free body mole map to track your moles and a listing of free skin cancer screenings.” View full resource at melanomamonday.org
Most Recently Shared on May 3, 2011 at 1:15 am By:
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Check your skin before bed! It's #MelanomaMonday . Use this guide: http://pvnm.ag/ldYMsg
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