The specialist says: “Melanoma is a serious cancerous disease, manifested in the growth of a malignant tumor in the skin or mucous membranes. It develops from melanocytes - the pigment cells responsible for producing melanin and its accumulation in moles, which can turn into malignant cells under the influence of ultraviolet rays. The tumor occupies Melanoma is currently ranked second among women and third among men in terms of the prevalence of cancer. Although the main risk group includes people over the age of 50, the disease has become diagnosed in young people as well, and in most cases this tumor occurs in... Exposed skin areas.
According to her, the first signs of the development of the disease can be suspected by the following changes in moles: their uneven distribution or the appearance of notches in them. The appearance of spots of color: grey, white, black, red, dark brown. Bleeding, increase in size, appearance of crust.
She says: “When a mole changes in size, color, shape, or edges, a person should consult a specialist doctor, because most cases of this type of tumor can be prevented through self-monitoring. Therefore, it is recommended to protect the skin with clothing, hats, and sunglasses, and to use products with a degree of protection.” High exposure to sunlight; avoid overexposure to ultraviolet rays, and limit exposure to sunlight from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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