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How Likely Are You To Survive If Diagnosed With Skin Cancer?
- Melanoma and Other Skin Cancers - Treatment for Other Skin Cancers
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- Introduction
- Melanoma
- Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer
- Precancerous Skin Conditions
- Causes
Diagnosis
An experienced doctor should first rule out noncancerous (benign) conditions that resemble melanoma, such as a mole called a melanocytic nevus.
In rare instances, a melanoma will be difficult to detect. For example, an uncommon form called a myxoid melanoma may be mistaken for a benign skin disorder known as a myxoid fibrohistiocytic lesion. Additional diagnotic procedures such as a biopsy (see below), computerized image processing or advanced staining techniques may help to confirm or...
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