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Merkel Cell Carcinoma Information - Signs of Skin Cancer
This page contains links to eMedTV Skin Cancer Articles containing information on subjects from Merkel Cell Carcinoma Information to Signs of Skin Cancer. The information is organized alphabetically; the "Favorite Articles" contains the top articles on this page. Links in the box will take you directly to the articles; those same links are available with a short description further down the page.
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  • Merkel Cell Carcinoma Information
  • Merkel Cell Carcinoma Stages
  • Merkel Cell Tumor
  • Mylenoma
  • Photodynamic Therapy for Skin Cancer
  • Radiation Therapy for Melanoma
  • Radiation Therapy for Skin Cancer
 
 

Merkel Cell Carcinoma Information

Merkel Cell Carcinoma Stages

Merkel cell carcinoma stages include stage I, stage II, stage III, and recurrent Merkel cell carcinoma. This eMedTV resource explains how the stages differ from one another and affect a person's treatment options.

Merkel Cell Tumor

As this eMedTV article explains, a Merkel cell tumor usually occurs on the face, neck, or head, and forms on or beneath the skin and in hair follicles. This page also explains who the cancer may affect and why an early diagnosis is important.

Mylenoma

This page from the eMedTV library explains how to identify melanoma, a potentially dangerous type of skin cancer. This page also discusses possible treatment options and provides a link to more information. Mylenoma is a common misspelling of melanoma.

Photodynamic Therapy for Skin Cancer

This eMedTV Web page describes photodynamic therapy for skin cancer in detail. It explains how the treatment is administered, when it is usually administered, and possible side effects.

Radiation Therapy for Melanoma

Radiation therapy for melanoma may be used to help control the spread of the disease. This eMedTV article describes this treatment option in detail, including indications that may warrant it and possible side effects.

Radiation Therapy for Skin Cancer

As this segment of the eMedTV library explains, radiation therapy for skin cancer may be used if you have a growth on your eyelid, ear, or nose, or if the cancer comes back after surgery. This segment also lists possible side effects.