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What the difference dysplastic nevus and malignant melanoma?
A dysplastic nevus is an atypical mole characterized by irregular borders, varied color, and larger size than a typical mole, but it is generally benign. In contrast, malignant melanoma is a serious form of skin cancer that arises from melanocytes and can spread to other parts of the body. While dysplastic nevi can indicate an increased risk for melanoma, they are not cancerous themselves. Early detection and monitoring of dysplastic nevi can help prevent the progression to malignant melanoma.
What reading material is available on mutations and melanoma?
Omholt, K., A. Platz, L. Kanter, et al. "NRAS and BRAF Mutations Arise Early During Melanoma Pathogenesis and Are Preserved Throughout Tumor Progression." Clinical Cancer Research 9 (December 15, 2003): 6483-6488.
What is the transmission of melanoma?
Melanoma is a non-communicable disease and is not transmitted as an infectious disease is. It is the spreading of the disease.
What is atypical antibodies specifically anti MIA?
Atypical antibodies, such as anti-MIA (Melanoma Inhibitory Activity), are a subset of antibodies that can be produced in response to certain medical conditions, including autoimmune diseases or certain cancers. Anti-MIA antibodies are associated with the immune system's response to melanoma cells, and their presence may indicate an immune reaction against tumor antigens. The detection of these antibodies can be significant in monitoring disease progression or the effectiveness of therapy in patients with melanoma.
What is melanoma of the iris?
Melanoma of the iris is cancer of the eye.
Is melanoma a drug?
No, melanoma is a form of skin cancer.
How does melanoma affect organ system?
Melanoma primarily affects the skin but can metastasize to other organ systems, including the lymphatic system, lungs, liver, and brain. As melanoma cells spread, they can disrupt normal organ function, leading to symptoms like difficulty breathing, abdominal pain, or neurological issues. The extent of these effects often correlates with the stage of the disease at diagnosis and the speed of disease progression. Early detection and treatment are crucial to limit systemic impact and improve outcomes.
What is the treatment for Melanoma?
If you catch the melanoma before it spreads to organs, it can usually be cleared by surgery. The infected tissue will be removed, and any infected lymph nodes will be removed. If it has spread to organs, you're going to see more of the classic cancer treatments used, such as Chemotherapy, Immunotherapy, and Radiation Therapy. As far as cancer goes, Melanoma is a relatively easy one to treat if caught early, due to the fact that it presents on the skin and is visible.
Is melanoma dominant or recessive?
is malignant melanoma dominant or recessive
Can Africans get melanoma?
everyone can get melanoma1 out of 3 people can get melanoma
When was Melanoma Research created?
Melanoma Research was created in 1991.
What are the stages of melanoma and what diet to prevent it?
The Clark scale looks at how deeply the melanoma has gone into the different layers of the skin The Breslow scale measures the thickness of the melanoma in the skin TNM staging of melanoma describes the thickness of the melanoma and whether there is any spread to lymph nodes or other parts of the body Number stages of melanoma group together the depth of the melanoma and the TNM staging in a simpler way
