Is melanoma skin cancer?

The most dangerous form of skin cancer, these cancerous growths develop when unrepaired DNA damage to skin cells (most often caused by ultraviolet radiation from sunshine or tanning beds) triggers mutations (genetic defects) that lead the skin cells to multiply rapidly and form malignant tumors. read more

For most people, when skin is exposed to the sun, melanocytes make more of the pigment, causing the skin to tan or darken. Melanoma skin cancers. Melanoma is a cancer that begins in the melanocytes. Other names for this cancer include malignant melanoma and cutaneous melanoma. read more

Treating Melanoma Skin Cancer. If you are facing melanoma skin cancer, we can help you learn about the treatment options and possible side effects, and point you to information and services to help you in your cancer journey. read more