Skin Cancer Articles A-Z
Malignant melanoma, as this eMedTV resource explains, is a type of cancer affecting pigment cells -- primarily those found in the skin. Risk factors, symptoms, and treatment options associated with the condition are also discussed in this article.
The percentage of people who develop melanoma in the United States has doubled in the past 30 years. This eMedTV article offers an in-depth look at this increasingly common condition, including risk factors, symptoms, and treatment options.
This section of the eMedTV library describes the procedure doctors use to make a melanoma diagnosis. In most cases, an excisional biopsy is performed. Once the diagnosis is confirmed, the stage is determined.
As this eMedTV segment explains, during treatment for melanoma, nutrition habits that are healthy can help to minimize side effects, such as nausea, vomiting, and fatigue. A doctor or nutritionist can help design a program that best meets your needs.
This page on the eMedTV Web site offers several tips for melanoma prevention. By avoiding certain risk factors and increasing protective factors, you may significantly reduce your chances of developing the condition.