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What is the statistical % survival rate for nodular melanoma. numbers pls... also, is it related to the sun like ssm's are. hoping a derm can answer?

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Dr. David Krulak answered

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Melanoma: The survival rates for melanoma depend on the stage of the lesion (as well as other factors like age, immune status, and location). The range from 15%-97% depending on staging, so without knowing that it is not possible to give a number to you. Read http://www.cancer.org/cancer/skincancer-melanoma/detailedguide/melanoma-skin-cancer-survival-rates for more.

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Answered 7/16/2014

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A member asked:

What is the statistical % survival rate for nodular melanoma. numbers pls... also, is it related to the sun like ssm's are. hoping a derm can answer?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Krulak answered

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