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1. >Melanoma Cancer Treatment Options

Melanoma is considered the most severe form of skin cancer, with more than 200,000 cases of melanoma diagnosed each year in the US. Melanoma occurs when the pigment-producing cells in various areas of the body produce color in the skin that ultimately becomes cancerous. The change of skin color or the appearance of discolored moles may be melanoma and requires a doctor's examination. Knowing the current treatment options available for melanoma is a way to ensure you choose the treatment that is best for you if you are affected by melanoma.