First symptoms of melanoma: the three symptom types to watch out for
Melanoma begins in the melanocyte cells (the cells that produce pigment) in our skin. It often starts as a mole, and, if left unchecked, can spread throughout the body and become life-threatening. While it is the deadliest form of skin cancer, it is highly treatable if detected at early stages when it’s most treatable. For this reason, knowing the warning signs is important. Read on for the three most common early symptoms of melanoma.