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Do nodular melanoma just appear as a bump from out of nowhere or do they start small or flat first before becoming raised and nodular?

Q: do nodular melanoma just appear as a bump from out of nowhere or do they start small or flat first before becoming raised and nodular?

: In the beginning, a nodular melanoma can look like Pimple, mole or bug bite. It is raised and color can be uniformly pink to black or variable color. It grows rapidly.. only 15% of melanoma are nodular melanoma but cause 50% of mortality, early diagnosis is crucial . Hope it helps.

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In the beginning, a nodular melanoma can look like Pimple, mole or bug bite. It is raised and color can be uniformly pink to black or variable color. It grows rapidly.. only 15% of melanoma are nodular melanoma but cause 50% of mortality, early diagnosis is crucial . Hope it helps.

Answered 5/19/2021

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Do nodular melanoma just appear as a bump from out of nowhere or do they start small or flat first before becoming raised and nodular?

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