Where Melanomas Start
Most Melanomas Occur on the Skin
Mucous membranes - includes the mouth, nose, external eyes, and genital skin
Source of Melanomas on the Skin
Clear skin - includes under toenails and fingernails
Age spots (liver spots) - usually occur in people 70 or older
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FAST FACTS
Where melanoma can start:
In a new mole that develops in adulthood.
In a pre-existing mole.
A mole with hair growing from it:
Small hairy moles are no more likely to develop melanoma than a similar-sized mole without hair.
FAST FACTS
Likelihood of developing melanoma:
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1 in 3000 - The chance of melanoma developing from a normal mole.
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1 in 100 - The chance of melanoma developing from an atypical mole.