(D03.0) Melanoma in situ of lip

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44 034 in individuals diagnosis melanoma in situ of lip confirmed

48 444 deaths with diagnosis melanoma in situ of lip

110% mortality rate associated with the disease melanoma in situ of lip

Etiology Pathogenesis Clinical Pattern Diagnostics Treatment Prevention

Diagnosis melanoma in situ of lip is diagnosed Women are 15.22% more likely than Men

18 666

Men receive the diagnosis melanoma in situ of lip

45 807 (245.4 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

100

25 368

Women receive the diagnosis melanoma in situ of lip

2 637 (10.4 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease melanoma in situ of lip - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 75-79

In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 15-24, 30-34, 40-94

Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-14, 25-29, 35-39, 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-14

In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 15-95+

Disease Features melanoma in situ of lip

Absence or low individual and public risk

Melanoma in situ of lip - what does this mean

Melanoma in situ of the lip is a type of skin cancer that develops when melanocytes (the cells that produce the pigment melanin) become abnormal and start to grow out of control. it is usually caused by prolonged exposure to ultraviolet radiation from the sun or tanning beds. it is characterized by a flat, pigmented lesion on the lip that may be dark brown, black, or even pink in color. if left untreated, it can progress to an invasive form of melanoma.

What happens during the disease - melanoma in situ of lip

Melanoma in situ of the lip is a form of skin cancer where the melanocytes (pigment cells) in the skin have become abnormal and have started to multiply and grow. this form of melanoma has not yet spread to other parts of the body, but if left untreated, it can become invasive and spread to other parts of the body. the cause of this condition is thought to be due to uv radiation from the sun, which can damage the dna of the melanocytes and cause them to become abnormal.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

Physical examination of the lip area
Dermatoscopy
Biopsy
Histopathological examination
Immunohistochemistry
Ultrasound
CT scan
MRI scan

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main Goal: Treat Melanoma in situ of the lip

Evaluate the tumor for surgical excision
Monitor the tumor closely for progression
Perform regular skin examinations
Provide patient education on melanoma prevention and risk factors
Provide patient with information on sun protection and skin cancer screening
Refer patient to an oncologist for further evaluation
Prescribe topical creams or ointments to reduce inflammation and itching
Prescribe oral or topical medications to reduce the risk of recurrence
Administer topical chemotherapy or radiation therapy to reduce tumor size

10 Days of Hospitalization Required

Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Melanoma in situ of lip - Prevention

The best way to prevent melanoma in situ of the lip is to wear sunscreen with a minimum spf of 30, wear protective clothing, and limit sun exposure. additionally, individuals should be aware of any changes in their lips or around their mouth, and should have regular skin checks with a doctor.

Main symptoms of the disease melanoma in situ of lip

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

(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

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