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A member asked:
Do melanomas start by bleeding and itching?
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They can.: Moles that itch or bleed, and any changing skin lesion, should be evaluated. Melanoma can present that way. Start with a call to your primary doctor, who may either see you themself first, or direct you on to a specialist (dermatologist).
Answered 1/2/2014
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Not usually: Melanomas are often without symptoms, only recognized by changes in size, shape, color irregularity, and occasional irritability (like itching). These often invade the underlying skin and may spread via lymph vessels (like squamous cell ca) ; via blood vessels. Any such changes at a site should be soon seen by you md or qualified dermatologist for biopsy. Do not typically ulcerate or bleed early.
Answered 11/12/2020
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