Melanoma (skin cancer)
Melanoma is a type of cancer that occurs in melanocytes; the cells that produce the dye melanin in the skin and give tan to your skin and moles.
The general advice is to be aware of moles that change. They can become darker, become asymmetrical in shape, be elevated and have an uneven edge.
There is melanoma that occurs in cells that do not produce melanin as well. These are relatively rare, but one should be aware of this as well, especially if someone in the family has had melanoma in the past.
Melanoma is mainly associated with moles. One should be aware that melanoma can occur anywhere on the body, even under the nails or in the eyes.
Vigilance and regular examination of moles to detect melanoma early are very important as this is the most serious form of skin cancer.