(C43.6) Malignant neoplasm: malignant melanoma of upper limb, including shoulder

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2 062 380 in individuals diagnosis malignant neoplasm: malignant melanoma of upper limb, including shoulder confirmed
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466 488 deaths with diagnosis malignant neoplasm: malignant melanoma of upper limb, including shoulder
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23% mortality rate associated with the disease malignant neoplasm: malignant melanoma of upper limb, including shoulder

Diagnosis malignant neoplasm: malignant melanoma of upper limb, including shoulder is diagnosed Men are 6.45% more likely than Women

1 097 671

Men receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: malignant melanoma of upper limb, including shoulder

242 260 (22.1 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: malignant melanoma of upper limb, including shoulder

224 228 (23.2 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease malignant neoplasm: malignant melanoma of upper limb, including shoulder - Men aged 65-69 and Women aged 60-64

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
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in in men, the disease manifests at any ageLess common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-9
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 10-95+

Disease Features malignant neoplasm: malignant melanoma of upper limb, including shoulder

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Malignant neoplasm: malignant melanoma of upper limb, including shoulder - what does this mean

Malignant melanoma of the upper limb, including the shoulder, is a type of skin cancer that occurs when the melanocytes (cells that create pigment) in the skin become cancerous and form a tumor. it can spread to other parts of the body if not treated early. symptoms include the appearance of a dark, irregularly shaped mole on the upper limb or shoulder, or any changes in the size, shape, or color of an existing mole.

What happens during the disease - malignant neoplasm: malignant melanoma of upper limb, including shoulder

Malignant neoplasm of the upper limb, including shoulder, is caused by the uncontrolled growth of cells in the melanocytes, which are the cells that produce the skin pigment melanin. this abnormal growth can occur due to genetic mutations, exposure to radiation, or environmental factors. the cancerous cells can spread to other parts of the body, including the lymph nodes, and can cause serious health problems if left untreated.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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11 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Malignant neoplasm: malignant melanoma of upper limb, including shoulder - Prevention

The best way to prevent malignant neoplasm of the upper limb, including the shoulder, is to reduce exposure to ultraviolet radiation by using sunscreen and protective clothing, avoiding tanning beds, and avoiding prolonged exposure to the sun during peak hours. regular self-examinations can also help detect any suspicious moles or lesions early.

Main symptoms of the disease malignant neoplasm: malignant melanoma of upper limb, including shoulder

Mole color change

(Discoloration of moles, Darkening of moles, Lightening of moles, Coloration of moles, Alteration of moles, Variation of moles, Transformation of moles, Modification of moles)

Moles are usually brown or black in color, but a mole's color can change over time. It may become darker, lighter, or take on an uneven color. This can be an indication of skin cancer, especially if the mole is asymmetrical, has an irregular border, is larger than 6mm in diameter, or if there is a c...

Age: any ageAccociated with 22 diseases

Change in the shape of a mole

(Variation in mole, Alteration in mole, Transformation in mole, Modification in mole, Amendment in mole, Adjustment in mole, Variance in mole, Shift in mole, Mutation in mole, Conversion in mole)

A change in the shape of a mole can be a sign of skin cancer, such as melanoma. Moles may become larger, more irregularly shaped, and may have different colors or an uneven border. It may also have a mixture of colors, such as red, white, and blue. As the mole changes, it may become raised or have a...

Age: 1 to 100Accociated with 22 diseases
Skin growth

Skin growth

(Lesion, Bump, Tumor, Tumour, Nodule, Cyst, Growth, Mass, Lump, Papule, Wart)

Skin growths are changes in the skin that can be raised or flat, and can vary in color and texture. They can be present at birth or develop over time. Common types of skin growths include moles, warts, skin tags, seborrheic keratoses, and melanoma. Skin growths can be benign or malignant, and can be...

Age: any ageAccociated with 37 diseases