The topic Malignant Melanoma of the Mouth you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Oral Malignant Melanoma.

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• A melanoma is a type of cancer that develops from certain cells called melanocytes. Melanocytes are cells that produce melanin; the pigment that gives skin its color
• Oral Malignant Melanoma is a very rare type of mucosal melanoma that develops from the mucus membrane lining the oral cavity. It is also described as a form of acral lentiginous melanoma that typically affects the hands and feet and the oral mucosa
• Primary melanomas affecting the oral cavity are very rare, and hence, it is important to distinguish it from metastatic mucosal melanoma of the mouth, originating at sites other than intraoral
• Oral Malignant Melanoma are diagnosed with the help of a biopsy and/or imaging studies, such as through MRI scan of the affected area. It is treated by surgically removing the tumor. Additionally, chemotherapy may be needed depending on how advanced the disease is at the time of diagnosis
• The prognosis of Malignant Melanoma of the Oral Cavity is generally poor, since it is an aggressive form of melanoma; most individuals do not survive over 5 years (50% of them do not survive over 2 years)

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