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Melanoma

Alternate Names : Skin Cancer (Melanoma)

Melanoma | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

What are the signs and symptoms of the disease?

It's important to distinguish between moles and melanoma. The acronym ABCD is an easy way to remember how to distinguish if a suspicious skin lesion needs the attention of a healthcare provider. ABCD stands for:

  • A = asymmetry: the shape of one half does not match the other half
  • B = borders: uneven, ragged, or irregular
  • C = color: uneven. Colors present might include black, brown, tan, white, gray, red, pink, or blue.
  • D = diameter: larger than a pencil eraser (5mm or 1/4 inch)
  • Any growth on the skin that changes color, becomes larger, has a different shape, or undergoes any other change should be reported. Melanomas usually do not cause pain. However, more advanced tumors may itch, ooze, or bleed. In addition, moles may become lumpy or hard.


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    Melanoma: Diagnosis & Tests

    Author: Miriam P. Rogers, EdD, RN, AOCN, CNS
    Reviewer: Barbara Mallari, RN, BSN, PHN
    Date Reviewed: 08/23/01



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