Melanoma, also known as black tumor, is a type of skin cancer that starts from the melanocyte cells and eventually spreads to other parts of the body. Most of these cancerous cells are black or brown in color due to the presence of melanocytes.
However, there are also times when the cells stop producing the coloring pigment and are therefore pink, red or purple in color. The cancer can affect any part of the body. While men are prone to this cancer in and around their trunk, women are likely to develop them around the legs and arms.
In the following section, we will give you a detailed insight on everything that you wanted to know about melanoma.
3Identifying a cancerous tumor
In order to identify a cancerous tumor, you will have to know the a,b,c,d,e of melanoma.
Here, the A suggests asymmetry, which means the structure of one half of that mole or undulated surface is not similar to the other half of it.
B suggests border which further refers that the border or the edge of the pimple/mole are tattered, blurred or somehow ragged.
C implies color, which further means that the color of the mole is usually uneven, with a shade of black, grey red or brown.
D suggests diameter, which implies that the size of the cancerous mole is usually large in shape. In most cases, it is even larher than the tip of pencil erasers.
E refers to the evolving pattern of the mole which further means that the mole changes its size, shape and color.
As you know the A,B, C, D, E of melanoma, identifying and eventually getting it diagnosed will be easier. In any situation, if you happen to spot this tumor, consult a doctor immediately. Overlooking the issue, might amplify your problem.
