(D03.6) Melanoma in situ of upper limb, including shoulder

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44 034 in individuals diagnosis melanoma in situ of upper limb, including shoulder confirmed

48 444 deaths with diagnosis melanoma in situ of upper limb, including shoulder

110% mortality rate associated with the disease melanoma in situ of upper limb, including shoulder

Etiology Pathogenesis Clinical Pattern Diagnostics Treatment Prevention

Diagnosis melanoma in situ of upper limb, including shoulder is diagnosed Women are 15.22% more likely than Men

18 666

Men receive the diagnosis melanoma in situ of upper limb, including shoulder

45 807 (245.4 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

100

25 368

Women receive the diagnosis melanoma in situ of upper limb, including shoulder

2 637 (10.4 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease melanoma in situ of upper limb, including shoulder - 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 upper limb, including shoulder

Absence or low individual and public risk

Melanoma in situ of upper limb, including shoulder - what does this mean

Melanoma in situ of the upper limb, including shoulder, is caused by the abnormal growth of melanocytes, which are the cells that produce the pigment melanin. this growth presents as a flat lesion on the skin that is usually brown or black in color. it is important to note that melanoma in situ of the upper limb, including shoulder, is not cancerous and does not spread to other parts of the body. however, it can progress to a more serious form of melanoma if left untreated.

What happens during the disease - melanoma in situ of upper limb, including shoulder

Melanoma in situ of the upper limb, including the shoulder, is a pre-invasive form of melanoma caused by the uncontrolled growth of melanocytes, the cells that produce the pigment melanin. this growth is usually caused by genetic mutations that result in the uncontrolled division of melanocytes, leading to the formation of a tumor. this tumor may remain localized and non-invasive, or it may spread to other parts of the body, leading to metastatic melanoma. risk factors for melanoma in situ of the upper limb include exposure to uv radiation, a family history of melanoma, and having fair skin and/or a large number of moles.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

Physical examination of the affected area
Evaluation of medical history
Skin biopsy
Imaging tests such as X-ray, CT scan, MRI, or ultrasound
Blood tests to check for tumor markers
Complete blood count (CBC) to check for anemia or other signs of infection
Lymph node biopsy

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal of the treatment: To effectively treat melanoma in situ of the upper limb, including shoulder.

Assess the patient's medical history
Perform a physical examination of the affected area
Order laboratory tests to confirm diagnosis
Prescribe topical medications to reduce inflammation
Perform a biopsy to determine the extent of the melanoma
Administer radiation therapy to the affected area
Prescribe oral medications to reduce inflammation
Perform surgical excision of the melanoma
Monitor the patient's progress and adjust treatment accordingly

10 Days of Hospitalization Required

Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Melanoma in situ of upper limb, including shoulder - Prevention

The best way to prevent melanoma in situ of the upper limb and shoulder is to practice safe sun exposure. this includes wearing protective clothing, limiting time in direct sunlight, and using sunscreen with a minimum spf of 30. additionally, it is important to regularly check the skin for any changes in moles or birthmarks and to have any suspicious spots examined by a doctor.

Main symptoms of the disease melanoma in situ 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

(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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