What is melanoma
Melanoma is a cancer of the pigment cells: cells which make melanin which is responsible in part for skin colour and for protecting the skin from damage fromthe sun.
It is considered one of the most serious types of skin cancer due to its potential to spread to other parts of the body if not detected and treated early.
Melanomas often resemble moles and can be black or brown, but they can also be skin-colored, pink, red, purple, blue, or white. Early signs of melanoma include changes in the shape, color, or size of an existing mole, or the appearance of a new mole that looks unusual. Regular skin checks and monitoring for any changes are crucial in catching melanoma in its early stages. If detected early, treatment options such as surgical removal can be highly effective.
What is the MyMelanoma Research Study
MyMelanoma is a partnership between people who have been affected by melanoma, clinicians and researchers to form the largest melanoma research study in the world. It is designed to answer the most important unanswered questions in melanoma research.
Join the largest study of melanoma ever
MyMelanoma is recruiting 20,000 melanoma patients to join the largest study of melanoma ever performed and is open to anyone who has ever been diagnosed with a melanoma of the skin, of the mucosal surfaces (e.g. nose, genitals) or under the nails.
For more information on how you can take part please visit Participate - MyMelanoma
