is melanoma rare in african americans?

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Answer 1

No: It's less common than in lighter-skinned folks but is by no means "rare" enough to ignore. Bob Marley died of acral-lentiginous melanoma as a young man; this subtype is actually famous for occurring in folks of African descent.

Answer 2

Multiple: Melanoma risk factors include fair skin, history of sunburns, excessive uv exposure such as from tanning beds, living near the equator or at higher elevations, many (>50) moles or unusual moles, family history of melanoma, and weakened immune system. We can reduce our risk by reducing sun exposure and observe sun safe practices.

Answer 3

Sun exposure plus ..: Although everyone is at some risk for melanoma, several factors such as: sun exposure, number of moles on the skin, your skin type and family history (genetics) can increase your risk for melanoma. Please visit www.Skincancer.Org for more indepth information.

Answer 4

Mostly sun exposure : Sun exposure, particularly with severe sunburns especially as a child (or probably sunbed use), fair skin, light colored eyes, red or blonde hair, family history, and prior melanoma or skin cancer diagnosis.

Answer 5

UV radiation: The main risk factors include exposure to uv radiation from the sun, having more than 100 moles, family history, personal history, fair skin, red hair, using tanning bed, and history of sunburns in childhood.

Answer 6

RISK FACTORS: Sun exposure, especially first 20 years of age. Blistering sunburns. Blonde or red hair. Green or blue eyes. Positive family history. One melanoma, greater risk for second. Dark skinned; greater risk for foot melanoma. Immunocompromised.

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Yes...: Tramadol is a "broad spectrum analgesic". It works in multiple ways. One way is blocking nmda receptors (google this). In some people, this can trigger psychological reactions, which are different between each us. Increasing the dose slowly can sometimes minimize this. It is not permanent.

Answer 8

Tramadol: Yes, dose-related.

Answer 9

Yes: Tramadol can be associated with nervousness & anxiety. If these side effects are bothersome for you, contact the prescribing doc for possible change in medication based on the reason you were prescribed this drug.

Answer 10

Tramadol: Possible, dose related.

Answer 11

White people in sun: Sun damage can lead to melanoma and people with fair skin sustain more injury from the sun more rapidly than their darker skinned counterparts. Sun protection from a young age is very important. You can read more at www.Melanomafoundation.Org.

Answer 12

Light skin people: Melanoma is related to having fair skin and sun (or tanning bed exposure). So all light-skinned people have some risk -especially if they live close to the equator. Melanoma of the skin is very rare in black africans and not very common in hispanics.

Answer 13

Fair complexion: People with a family or personal history of melanoma are at risk for developing melanoma. Fair skinned individuals and those with red hair are at a higher risk. People who use indoor tanning are also at a higher risk for developing melanoma.

Answer 14

Skin biopsy: Melanoma is a skin cancer and is diagnosed by a skin biopsy.

Answer 15

Skin checks & biopsy: Routine self skin checks, and dermatologist mole checks are essential in detecting suspicious lesions to biopsy. Biopsy is the gold standard for diagnosing melanoma.

Answer 16

Skin Biopsy: Melanoma generally appears as a brown or black patch, with shades of red or purple in it. They may arise on their own or develop in a pre-existing mole. The best way to diagnose a melanoma is to see your dermatologist. He or she will perform a skin biopsy so that the tissue can be examined under the microscope to determine if the spot is indeed cancerous.

Answer 17

Learn your ABCD's: Definitive diagnosis is made by biopsy. Melanomas are screened by the abcd's: a-asymmetry; b-irregular borders; c-different colors; d-diameber >6mm (size of pencil eraser). If you notice a mole with these characteristics, get it checked out asap. If you have a skin lesion which is growing, ulcerating, bleeding, or otherwise changing, get it seen as well for evaluation and possible biopsy.

Answer 18

Skin Biopsy: Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that is diagnosed with a simple skin biopsy.

Answer 19

Skin biopsy: It is diagnosed with a small skin biopsy.

Answer 20

It varies: There are different kinds of melanoma and they grow at different rates. In all types, the deeper the melanoma grows in the skin, the more dangerous it is. Early detection is key, so have any lesions biopsied sooner rather than later. Learn more about abcd's at www.Melanomafoundation.Org.

Answer 21

Melanoma spread: There are different types of melanomas, and within each type the melanoma's depth which can range from non-invasive (only in the epidermis) to superficial in the dermis to deep in the dermis or deeper yet. It is the depth of the melanoma read by a pathologist that determines the likelihood of potential spread.

Answer 22

Varies: The tiime varies based on depth, number of mitosis, ulceration and whether blood vessels are invaded locally. According to the world health organization, only lesion greater than 6 mm are screened, although 25 per cent of melanomas are present at 2-5 mm in diameter. With newer s teeming methods, melafind, these wrapt small lesions can be diagnosed seeing survival hopefully higher.

Answer 23

Highly variable: There are aggressive fast-spreading cancers and there are slow-spreading cancers. An aggressive fast-spreading melanoma can metastasize even before it's visible on the skin. Some superficial slow-spreading melanomas may spread wide but not deep and may not invade the bloodstream for many months. The problem is there's no predicting how a melanoma is going to behave so early detection is key.

Answer 24

Varies: Each cancer is unique. Some cancer cells have the ability to metastasize very early in their development while other can be slower to metastasize.

Answer 25

Good question.: Melanoma is notoriously unpredictable. It can spread very early, sometimes without an identifiable source, and it can grow superficially for years without spreading. It can raise its ugly head even years after the primary is removed. Melanoma is the tumor that gives cancer a bad name.

Answer 26

The risk factors for getting Melanoma include:: Immunosuppression.

Answer 27

RISK FACTORS: 1. Sun, sun, sun; especially 1st 20 years. 2. Blonde or red hair. 3. Blue or green eyes. 4. Previous history of melanoma. 5. Family history.

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