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(D22.6) Melanocytic naevi of upper limb, including shoulder
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658 132 in individuals diagnosis melanocytic naevi of upper limb, including shoulder confirmed
2 004 deaths with diagnosis melanocytic naevi of upper limb, including shoulder
Diagnosis melanocytic naevi of upper limb, including shoulder is diagnosed Women are 17.68% more likely than Men
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Women receive the diagnosis melanocytic naevi of upper limb, including shoulder
2 004 (0.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease melanocytic naevi of upper limb, including shoulder - Men aged 10-14 and Women aged 15-19
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features melanocytic naevi of upper limb, including shoulder
Absence or low individual and public risk
Melanocytic naevi of upper limb, including shoulder - what does this mean
Melanocytic naevi of the upper limb, including the shoulder, is caused by an increase in melanocytes, the cells that produce pigment in the skin. these naevi are usually benign, but can become malignant if they grow in size or change in color. they can be caused by sun exposure, genetic predisposition, or trauma to the skin.
What happens during the disease - melanocytic naevi of upper limb, including shoulder
Melanocytic naevi of the upper limb, including the shoulder, is caused by an overgrowth of melanocytes, the cells that produce the pigment melanin. this overgrowth of melanocytes can occur when the cells are exposed to ultraviolet radiation from the sun, or from tanning beds, and can be exacerbated by other environmental factors such as hormonal changes. as the melanocytes continue to grow, they form clusters of cells which can manifest as a mole or naevus on the skin.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the lesion
- Dermatoscopy
- Biopsy of the lesion
- Ultrasound imaging
- CT scan
- MRI scan
- PET scan
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the size and appearance of the melanocytic naevi on the upper limb, including shoulder.
- Monitoring the size and shape of the naevi
- Regular skin examinations
- Medicated creams to reduce inflammation
- Photodynamic therapy
- Surgical excision
- Cryotherapy
- Laser therapy
4 Days of Hospitalization Required
84 Hours Required for Outpatient Treatment
Melanocytic naevi of upper limb, including shoulder - Prevention
The best way to prevent melanocytic naevi of upper limb, including shoulder is to avoid direct sun exposure, wear protective clothing, and use sunscreen with an spf of 30 or higher. additionally, regular skin checks by a doctor can help to identify any suspicious lesions.
