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Melanoma Treatment in Hollywood, FL

Melanoma Treatment in Hollywood FL

Melanoma is a type of skin cancer. It develops in the skin cells called melanocytes and usually occurs on parts of the body that have been overexposed to the sun.

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Rare melanomas can also start inside the eye or in a part of the skin or body that has never been exposed to the sun, such as the nervous system, mucous membrane (lining of the mouth, digestive tract, etc), soles of the feet,  palms, and under the nails.

Although it is one of the less common types of skin cancer, melanoma is considered the most serious because it is more likely to spread to other parts of the body, especially if not detected early.  The earlier melanoma is found, the more successful treatment is likely to be.

The skin

The skin is the largest organ of the body. It acts as a barrier to protect the body from injury, control body temperature and prevent loss of body fluids. Skin, like all other body tissues, is made up of cells. The two main layers of the skin are the epidermis and the dermis. Below these is a layer of fatty tissue.

The epidermis is the top, outer layer of the skin. It contains three main kinds of cells:

Squamous cells

These flat cells are packed tightly together to make up the top layer of skin and form the thickest layer of the epidermis. These cells eventually die and become the surface of the skin. Over time the body sheds these dead skin cells.

Basal cells

These block-like cells make up the lower layer of the epidermis and multiply constantly. As they age, they move up within the epidermis and flatten out to form squamous cells.

Melanocytes

These cells sit between the basal cells and produce a dark pigment called melanin, the substance that gives skin its colour. When skin is exposed to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, melanocytes make extra melanin to try to protect the skin from getting burnt. This is what causes the skin to tan. Melanocytes are also in non-cancerous (benign) spots on the skin called moles or naevi. Most moles are brown, tan or pink in colour and round in shape.

The dermis is the layer of skin that sits below the epidermis. It is made up of fibrous tissue and contains the roots of the hair (follicles), sweat glands, blood vessels, lymph vessels, and nerves.

The different types of Melanoma

Melanoma of the skin is known as cutaneous melanoma.

The major subtypes are:

Superficial spreading melanoma

This makes up 55–60% of all melanomas.

It is more common in younger people and is often related to a pattern of irregular high sun exposure, including episodes of sunburn.

It can start as a new brown or black spot that grows on the surface of the skin, or an existing spot, freckle or mole that changes size, colour or shape. It can develop on any part of the body but especially the trunk. Often grows slowly and becomes more dangerous when it invades the lower layer of the skin (dermis).

Nodular melanoma

This type makes up about 10–15% of melanomas.

It usually appears as a round, raised lump (nodule) on the surface of the skin that is pink, red, brown or black and feels firm to touch. It may develop a crusty surface that bleeds easily.

Most commonly found in older people on sun-damaged skin on the head and neck.

It is a fast-growing and aggressive form of melanoma, spreading quickly into the lower layer of the skin (dermis).

Lentigo maligna melanoma

This type of melanoma is most common in older people.

It makes up about 10–15% of melanomas.

It begins as a large freckle (lentigo maligna) in an area of sun-damaged skin, such as the face, ears, neck and head. It may grow slowly and superficially over many years before it penetrates more deeply into the skin.

Acral lentiginous melanoma

This is a rare type of melanoma (about 1–2% of all cases). It is most commonly found on the skin on the soles of the feet or palms of the hands, or under the fingernails or toenails. It commonly appears as a colourless or lightly pigmented area, which can be mistaken for a stain or bruise. In the nails, it most often presents as a long streak of pigment in the nail. It tends to grow slowly before becoming invasive.

Desmoplastic melanoma

This is another rare type of melanoma (about 1% of cases). It often appears on the head or neck of sun-damaged skin. Desmoplastic melanoma presents as a firm, growing frequently skin-coloured lump, sometimes described as scar-like. Some have a patch of overlying pigmentation and can be difficult to diagnose.

Some rarer types of melanoma start in parts of the body other than the skin. Mucosal melanoma can start in the tissues in the mouth, anus, urethra, vagina or nasal passages. Ocular melanoma can start inside the eye. Melanoma can also start in the central nervous system.

Causes of melanoma By Melanoma Cancer Center in Hollywood, FL

The main cause of all types of skin cancer is overexposure to UV radiation from the sun or another source, such as solariums (tanning beds). When your unprotected skin is exposed to UV radiation, the structure and behaviour of the cells can change.

Anyone can develop melanoma. However, the risk is higher in people who have:

  • unprotected exposure to the sun
  • a history of childhood tanning and sunburn
  • lots of moles (naevi) – more than 10 mole’s above the elbow on the arms and more than 100 on the body
  • pale, fair or freckled skin, especially if it burns easily and doesn’t tan
  • lots of moles with an irregular shape and uneven colour (dysplastic naevi)
  • a previous melanoma or another type of skin cancer
  • a strong family history of melanoma
  • a pattern of short, intense periods of exposure to UV radiation, such as on weekends and holidays, especially if it caused sunburn
  • light-coloured eyes (blue or green), and fair or red hair
  • a weakened immune system from using immune suppression medicines for a long time.

Overexposure to UV radiation can permanently damage the skin. This damage adds up over time. Childhood exposure to UV radiation increases the risk of skin cancer later in life, although sun protection will help prevent melanoma at any age.

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