The skin is the body's largest organ. It serves as a protective shield against heat, light, injury, and infection.
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Melanoma is a serious type of skin cancer. It starts in skin cells called melanocytes. Melanocytes are what give skin its color.
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The first symptom of melanoma is often a change in a mole, or the appearance of a new mole. Read on to learn what exactly you should look for.
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Melanoma is a serious kind of skin cancer. This cancer involves cells called melanocytes. You also have melanocytes in your eyes. When these cells become cancerous, the condition is called intraocular melanoma. Learn about causes, risk factors, symptoms, and treatment.
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Skin cancer can be treated with more success if it's found early. Read on for detailed information on doing your own skin self-exam.
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