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Of all the skin cancers, malignant melanoma is the most serious. It accounts for approximately 75% of all skin cancer deaths and is the sixth most common form of cancer. This can be directly attributed to the fact that melanoma, unless treated early, usually metastasises to other organs.

The first place melanoma traditionally metastasises to are the lymph nodes near the site of the skin cancer. The lymph nodes are part of the lymphatic system and play an important role in immune system function. Special white blood cells called lymphocytes circulate in the body seeking out foreign cells. They return to the nodes where the foreign bodies are identified and the cells are specialised to fight that particular infection. From the node, they flow back into the blood stream, following it to the foreign cells, which they then attack. Continue reading ‘Malignant Melanoma – Are Your Symptoms a Sign That it Has Spread?’ »

Do a search for “the types of skin cancer” and you’ll find lots of information. The 3 types of skin cancer most common, as you will find out are basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and malignant melanoma, in that order.

You can find it described in medical terms or simplified in the words of a layman. It’s very useful for you to know how it appears and grows and see the photos of it. Continue reading ‘Types of Skin Cancer – The Differences and The Common Ground’ »

One of the most common forms of cancer nowadays is skin cancer, or more accurately, the three cancers associated with the skin since there are 3 major types of this cancer.

The most commonly seen and least harmful is what is known as a rodent ulcer ( or basal cell carcinoma). Then we see a skin cancer named Squamous cell carcinoma. Last but not least we come to what I would have to say is the most recognized type of skin cancer referred to as malignant melanoma. This third form is the most lethal but mercifully also the rarest sort of skin cancer.

Despite the fact that malignant melanoma is rare, considering that it is the most hazardous, it is worthwhile having a brief look at precisely what it is. This particular kind of cancer is responsible for approximately 1% of cancers and is a tumor in the cells which create melanin and which are known as melancytes. Melanin is the pigment which produces your sun tan and which gives your skin the color it has usually. It is additionally the agent that accounts for the color of your hair and eyes which means that malignant melanoma can also affect the eyes and not just the skin. Continue reading ‘Exactly What Are the Actual Facts Regarding Skin Cancer’ »