Melanoma Skin Cancer

Melanoma is less common than some other types of skin cancer, but it is more likely to grow and spread. If you have melanoma or are close to someone who does, knowing what to expect can help you cope. Here you can find out all about melanoma, including risk factors, symptoms, how it is found, and how it is treated.

About Melanoma Skin Cancer

Learn about melanoma skin cancers such as where they start as well as the latest statistics and research.

Causes, Risk Factors, and Prevention

Learn about causes, risk factors, and prevention for melanoma skin cancer and ways to lower your risk of melanoma.

Early Detection, Diagnosis, and Staging

Whether living with the illness or caring for someone with it, it is important to understand how melanoma skin cancer is tested for, diagnosed, and staged.

Treating Melanoma Skin Cancer

If you have been diagnosed with melanoma, learn about the different types of melanoma treatment options including surgery, immunotherapy and targeted therapy.

After Treatment

Find information about living well after melanoma skin cancer treatment and guidance on making decisions about next steps.

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Skin Cancer Image Gallery

See examples of skin cancer, as well as other non-cancerous types of skin growths in this gallery.

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Skin Procedures

Explore common biopsy and treatment procedures for skin cancer with these 3D interactive animations.

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