What are the causes and symptoms of melanoma?

Melanoma is primarily caused by UV exposure. Symptoms include changing moles, irregular borders, and new or unusual skin lesions.

What are the treatment options for melanoma?

Surgery is the main treatment, often followed by lymph node biopsy, immunotherapy, or targeted therapy if required.

Most cases result from UV radiation exposure, especially in fair-skinned individuals.

In advanced stages, melanoma can cause fatigue, swelling in lymph nodes, or weight loss if it spreads.

There are no proven natural remedies to cure melanoma. Evidence-based medical treatment is essential for managing the disease.

It often begins as a new or changing mole, typically with irregular colour, shape, or size.

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