Melanomafocus.org

Melanoma Charity for Professionals, Patients & Public

Web1-2pm and 7-9pm Mon – Fri and 7-9pm on Sun. You can leave a message out of these hours and we will get back to you. As experts in melanoma, we provide information, …

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Health and wellbeing

Web1-2pm and 7-9pm Mon – Fri and 7-9pm on Sun. You can leave a message out of these hours and we will get back to you. We have put together some key information to help …

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What is Melanoma

WebThe appearance of a new mole or lesion on your body. A change in an existing mole or lesion (such as a change in shape, bleeding or itching). If you have an early-stage …

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Melanoma immunotherapy treatment

WebSome people may experience side effects from taking steroids to control the side effects of immunotherapy. These can include: Weight gain, insomnia, loss of muscle mass, …

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Diet, your microbiome and melanoma

WebImmunotherapy response in melanoma. Some patients with a diagnosis of melanoma are offered treatment with immunotherapy. In two separate studies in melanoma patients the …

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Mental health and melanoma

WebPatient Guide Menu. After a diagnosis of melanoma, it is normal to have a whole range of different feelings and emotions. These can include shock, guilt, blame, anger, fear, …

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Vitamin D and melanoma

WebProfessor Julia Newton-Bishop, a leading expert in the field of Melanoma advises: “Stick to the advice of the Science Advisory Committee on Nutrition and take 400IU (10 μg) of a …

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Exercise and melanoma

WebIn one survey study, melanoma patients receiving immunotherapy who exercised regularly quoted reduced fatigue as its most common benefit. The most popular exercises …

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Melanoma survival rates

WebThese figures show how many people live after being diagnosed with melanoma. Often these figures show a 5-year or 10-year survival rate, and group them by the stage of …

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How is melanoma diagnosed

WebA diagnosis of melanoma begins with an examination of your skin. Our skin check leaflet can help you monitor your moles. Speak to your GP immediately if you notice any changes. …

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Wide local excision

WebThis is called a wide local excision and is generally done under a local anaesthetic, but may be done under a general anaesthetic. The doctor removes an area of healthy skin and …

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NICE-SIGN-ESMO MELANOMA GUIDELINES

WebNICE have updated their Melanoma: assessment and management guideline [NG14] – 27 July 2022. This guideline covers the assessment and management of melanoma (a type …

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Vaginal and vulval mucosal melanoma

WebTypes of vaginal melanoma. Vaginal mucosal melanoma can be found anywhere in this part of the body, but is usually found in the vaginal wall in the lower third of the vagina. It is …

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Focus on Melanoma meeting

WebLocation: Royal College of Physicians, London. Friday, 14th October 2022. 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. The Focus on Melanoma – October 2022 meeting has been approved by the …

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Sunbeds and skin safety

WebSunbeds emit ultraviolet (UV) radiation, which lead to genetic defects and mutations which can cause skin cancer. Damage from UV exposure increases your risk of skin cancer …

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