Malignant melanoma is a skin cancer that occurs due to changes in the pigment-producing cells (melanocytes). They appear as black or brown lesions with pigmentation. These are less common when compared to other skin cancers, but malignant melanoma is dangerous as it has a great tendency to spread to other parts of the body. It affects the chest and trunk in men. In women, it affects the legs.
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My friend and I have birthmarks. Can it turn cancerous?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a facial birthmark. I searched it up and it seems like a nevus spilus/ speckled lentiginous nevus. I read that it can turn cancerous. My parents never told me this and when I told them they told me I was just being paranoid for nothing. My friend also has a birthmark that seems ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I appreciate you deciding to go an extra mile in gathering information about your and your friend's problem. In answer to your problem, chances of it to turn malignant (cancerous) are remote but nevertheless cannot be ruled out. As such, birthmarks tend to be deeper ... Read Full »
I have nevus spilus. Can it turn cancerous?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a birthmark and I am pretty sure it is a nevus spilus. I read that there are two types of nevus spilus, papular and macular. Can you see my picture to see which type it is? Also, do I have to worry about cancer risk? I cannot see a dermatologist and I do not want to get it remov... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. A nevus spilus is also called 'speckled lentiginous nevus'. These are dark spots on a flat tan background. There are no different types of nevus spilus. Also, you do not have to worry about cancer risk as there is very little chance of a nevus spilus turning into a m... Read Full »
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