melanoma :
Melanoma can be called a dangerous type of cancer that affects the skin. Melanoma can mainly develop from the cells called melanocytes, which produce melanin. Melanoma can be a very serious cancerous condition which is a high potential to spread to different parts of the body, which can also leads to death because of this skin cancer. The signs and symptoms that are seen with melanoma can include the development of a newly pigmented growth on the skin, and the appearance will be changed. Mostly melanomas can be seen over the face, back, arms, and legs, which are majorly exposed to the sunlight. The diagnosis of melanoma can be based on the physical examination and skin biopsy. The management of melanoma can be made through surgical treatment, immunotherapy, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and targeted therapy. The risk factors that can increase the risk of melanoma can be sunburns, having numerous moles that are not typical, family history, exposure to ultraviolet light, a weak immune system, sensitive skin that sunburns easily, and people who live closer to the equator.
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Bhola Nagar
Banjara Hills, hyderabad
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Gudimalkapur Village, Asif Nagar
Mehdipatnam, Hyderabad
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Redhills
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Lakdi Ka Pul, Hyderabad
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10-3-761/8, Ahmed Rd
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Masab Tank, Hyderabad
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Pillar Number 147
Attapur, Hyderabad
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Hi Tech City, Hyderabad
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Road No 12
Bhola Nagar
Banjara Hills, hyderabad
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Beside Lucid Diagnostics, Karkhana
Vikrampuri Colony, hyderabad
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Gudimalkapur Village, Asif Nagar
Mehdipatnam, Hyderabad
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16-10-29, Nalgonda X Roads
Near New Market Metro Station
Malakpet, Hyderabad
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Survey No 41/14
JNTU to Hitec City Road
Hi Tech City, Hyderabad
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16-10-29, Nalgonda X Roads
Near New Market Metro Station
Malakpet, Hyderabad
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16-10-29, Nalgonda X Roads
Near New Market Metro Station
Malakpet, Hyderabad
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Survey No 41/14
JNTU to Hitec City Road
Hi Tech City, Hyderabad
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Dr. Madhav Danthala
MBBS, MD, DM (Medical Oncology)
Fellowship in Leukemia and Bone Marrow Transplantation
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Rajbhavan Road
Matha Nagar
Somajiguda, Hyderabad
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Patny Circle
Secunderabad, Hyderabad
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What are the stages of Melanoma?
A simplified staging of melanoma, according to Melanoma Specialists, is as follows:
- Stage 0 (Melanoma in situ): The melanoma is limited to the outermost layer of the skin and has not invaded deeper layers.
- Stage I: The tumour is still localized to the skin but has invaded beyond the outermost layer. It has not spread to nearby lymph nodes or distant organs.
- Stage II: The tumour is thicker than 2.0 mm but still localized to the skin. It has not spread to nearby lymph nodes or distant organs. Ulceration may or may not be present in this stage.
- Stage III: The melanoma has spread to nearby lymph nodes but has not reached distant organs.
- Stage IV: The melanoma has spread to distant organs or other body parts.
How fast can Melanoma spread?
The speed at which melanoma spreads can vary from person to person and depends on various factors, and these include:
- Thickness and depth of the tumor
- Stage of Melanoma
- Ulceration - is associated with a higher risk of metastasis
- Immune system status
- Male gender
- Delayed diagnosis and treatment
What are the symptoms of late-stage Melanoma?
Late-stage Melanoma symptoms may include:
- Enlarged Lymph Nodes
- Pain, discomfort and itching in the affected region as the melanoma progresses
- Respiratory symptoms include coughing, shortness of breath, chest pain, or coughing up blood
- Bone pain or fractures if the melanoma spreads to the bones
- Weight loss and persistent tiredness and fatigue
