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Medical Conditions - Melanoma

The type of cancer that originates from the pigment-containing cells called melanocytes is called melanoma. It is the most serious type of skin cancer as it often spreads to the deeper layers of the skin and eventually to other organs. The common causes of melanoma are more sun exposure, family history, and pale skin.

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What causes blue and black lines on the toenail?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I need to see a clear picture of your lesion to make a diagnosis. Kindly send a clear picture. Thank you.

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How small can an invasive melanoma be and metastasize?

Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.I went through your query and understood the concern. There is no specific size of melanoma to predict metastasis.

I have a mole that looks different. Could that be melanoma?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have evaluated your concerns, and you need to be applauded for your alertness. You have taken steps to manage the "funny" mole have been in the desired direction.

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Does a large mole like discoloration indicate something?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your case. In my opinion it is a rapid growing mole. As you have described, it was not there almost a year ago but now it has grown to this much size.

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Does my mole show signs of melanoma?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. You have done the right thing by seeking a dermatologist’s opinion.

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When do moles that change in appearance need dermoscopy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. I checked and went through the images you uploaded (attachments removed to protect the patient’s identity).

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Do dark spots on moles indicate the presence of melanoma?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern.

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Concerned about back skin patch - Could this be melanoma?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. You have seborrheic keratosis based on your descriptions.

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Can a seven-year-old mole transform into melanoma on squeezing?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I have gone through the pictures you shared (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity).

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