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22 Jan

Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that originates in the pigment-producing cells called melanocytes. Melanocytes are responsible for producing melanin, which is the pigment that gives color to the skin, hair, and eyes. Melanoma can occur when these cells undergo malignant transformation, leading to...

11 Jan

Melanoma Diagnosis A white man in his late 60’s came in for a skin evaluation over the summer of 2023.  After being referred by his primary care physician, he presented with a suspicious lesion on his face that had been growing slowly for about three months....