Melanoma

/ˌmɛləˈnoʊmə/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A type of skin cancer that develops from melanocytes, which are the cells that produce the pigment melanin.

After noticing a suspicious mole, she went to the dermatologist and was diagnosed with melanoma.

Melanoma can be highly aggressive and has the potential to spread to other parts of the body.

He learned that early detection is crucial in successfully treating melanoma.

There are different types of melanoma, including superficial spreading melanoma, nodular melanoma, and acral lentiginous melanoma.

The doctor explained the various forms of melanoma and how they differ in their development.

Exposure to UV radiation can increase the risk of developing melanoma.

Protecting your skin from excessive sun exposure can help reduce the risk of melanoma.

Melanoma is more likely to occur in individuals with lighter skin types.

The study showed a correlation between skin type and the incidence of melanoma.

Derived from the Greek word 'melas' meaning 'black' and 'oma' meaning 'tumor'.

early detection of melanoma

Identifying melanoma in its initial stages to improve treatment outcomes.

melanoma awareness

Efforts and campaigns to educate the public about melanoma prevention and treatment.

melanocyte

A cell that produces the pigment melanin, found in the skin.

pigmentation

The coloring of the skin, which may be affected by melanoma.

Skin cancer

He called it 'the bad skin thing,' referencing melanoma.

The dark mole

She was worried about that dark mole on her arm, just a melanoma waiting to happen.