What is the difference between melanoma and squamous

We appreciate you sharing your story and advice with our readers. Wishing you and your family all the best. Thank you. My condolences. As someone who has been diagnosed with melanoma and fortunately caught it early enough, I will begin inspecting the bottom of my feet.

Thank you again. Published: December 5, Melanoma is one of the three major types of skin cancer. It is the least common of the three but also the most aggressive. Early detection and treatment are key to survival. A visual inspection can sometimes be enough to tell the difference between carcinoma and melanoma. Both cancers generally manifest as small bumps or growths on the skin. Carcinomas are generally reddish or pink.

A few even resemble sores. Melanomas tend towards shades of blue, purple, or brighter reds. It is common for them to have multiple colors in a single growth, and that growth will tend towards an asymmetric shape.

They tend to grow and change over time. It can be tricky for the average person to identify a tumor. We encourage people to talk to a professional if they have any concerns about their skin. Early detection is vital for treatment, so it is best to get help early. If you have been diagnosed with nonmelanoma skin cancer or melanoma, a skin cancer specialist at Moffitt Cancer Center can offer a second opinion after reviewing your lab work, biopsies and images. To learn more, fill out a new patient registration form or call Please call for support from a Moffitt representative.

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