The topic Pagetoid Melanoma you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Superficial Spreading Melanoma of Skin.

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• A melanoma is a type of cancer that develops from cells called melanocytes. Melanocytes are cells that produce melanin, the pigment that gives skin its color
• Superficial Spreading Melanoma (SSM) of Skin is the most common subtype of cutaneous melanoma that usually arises from the non-exposed skin areas. However, skin on any part of the body may be affected
• SSM of Skin may initially start like a freckle on the skin that appears to be spreading, getting darker or lighter; it is capable of a rapid progression
• They are usually brown or black in color. Although these can occur anywhere on the body, common sites of occurrence include:
  • Chest and back in men
  • Legs in women
• Superficial Spreading Melanoma of Skin is diagnosed with the help of a biopsy. Once a definitive diagnosis has been made, it is surgically removed (excised)
• Depending on how far the disease has progressed, additional modes of therapy may be needed. The outcome of Superficial Spreading Melanoma of Skin is good when the diagnosis is made early and the condition is treated adequately

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