• Cancer of the pigment producing cells found most commonly in the skin
• May also be found in other organs such as the eyes, ears, intestines, mouth and genital mucous membranes
• Symptoms may include skin lesions that are dark in color; have an irregular border or increase in size
• Cause unknown but over exposure to sunlight is considered a factor
• Cannot be spread from person to person
• Affects males and females but more common in males
• Can occur at any age but more common in adults
• Can be life threatening without early diagnosis and treatment

Due to the nature of this disease, there are no home treatment options. Please contact your doctor

FOR LONG TERM TREATMENT

Wear sunscreen regularly