Patient Stories

01 Sep 2016
Not every melanoma is black
Amanda never imagined the small pink mark on her arm was anything to be concerned about as it didn't look like a typical melanoma. But she was wrong.
Melanoma is a form of cancer that develops in the skin’s pigment cells.
Australia has one of the highest rates of melanoma in the world.
Most melanoma diagnosis starts with a physical examination of a suspicious looking spot or mole.
Stages of progression are based on tumor size, ulceration and involvement of other organs.
Treatment depends on a number of factors, including the stage of melanoma, age and health.
Hear real patient stories about living with melanoma and discover options for support.
Learn more about commonly used terms in Melanoma research, prevention and treatment.
Amanda never imagined the small pink mark on her arm was anything to be concerned about as it didn't look like a typical melanoma. But she was wrong.