Malignant melanoma

Abstract

Melanoma affects people at a younger age than other cancers, and can rapidly become fatal if not detected. Thus, pigmented skin lesions can cause concern in both doctors and patients. If discovered in the early primary stages, melanomas have a favourable prognosis. Over the last few decades, the incidence of melanoma has significantly increased, and is fast becoming an urgent public health concern. This article aims to shine a light on this dangerous adversary.

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