Melanoma
Alternate Names : Skin Cancer - Melanoma
Definition
Melanoma is the most dangerous type of skin cancer. It involves the cells that produce pigment (melanin), which is responsible for skin and hair color. Melanoma can also involve the pigmented portion of the eye. (See also skin cancer and melanoma of the eye.)
Pictures & Images
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Melanoma of the Liver - CT Scan
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Skin Cancer, Malignant Lentigo Melanoma-Close-Up
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Skin Cancer, Raised Multi-Color Melanoma
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Skin Cancer, Melanoma - Flat, Brown Lesion
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Skin Cancer, Melanoma - Raised, Dark Lesion
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Benign Juvenile Melanoma
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Skin Cancer, Melanoma on the Fingernail
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Skin Cancer, Close-Up of Lentigo Maligna Melanoma
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Skin Cancer, Close-Up of Level III Melanoma
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Skin Cancer, Close-Up of Level IV Melanoma
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Skin Cancer, Melanoma Superficial Spreading
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Melanoma - Neck
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Melanoma
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