Save Your Skin from Melanoma Melanoma causes the most fatalities
of all skin cancers, according to The Skin Cancer Foundation.
But early detection and treatment can literally "save your
skin."  What Is It?  Melanoma is a malignant tumor that forms in
the cells that make melanin, the pigment that colors our skin,
hair and eyes. It usually originates in a mole, but sometimes
forms in other pigmented tissues, such as the eyes or
intestines.  How to Spot Four Common Types  According to The
American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), there are four common
types of melanoma. Here's what to look for:  1. Superficial
Spreading Melanoma    • Look for a mole with irregular borders.
In the early stages it may look like a freckle or flat spot that
spreads sideways. The spot may darken or lighten over time.  2.
Nodular Melanoma    • Look for a darkly pigmented lesion,
although sometimes it can be light brown or colorless. The
lesion may be ulcerated and bleed.  3. Lentigo Maligna Melanoma
• Look for a spreading flat patch w