Quick notes - Melanoma
Melanoma
Nodular: Most malignant type
Usually convex
Bleeds, ulcerates
Well defined edges
Lentigo maligna: Least malignant
Commoner in elderly
Irregular brown patch, commonly over cheek/face
Develops discrete tumour nodules or darkening of one area
Amelanotic: Non-pigmented
Acral-lentigous: Common in extremities, palms/soles
Mostly dark-skinned and Japanese patients
Superficial spreading: In areas of intermittent sun exposure
Bowen’s: Often presents as red scaly patch of skin
Can be anywhere on the body
Chloasma: Increasing dark pigmentation of skin