Melanoma

GPTKB entity

Statements (71)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:Oncology
gptkbp:cause excessive sun exposure
gptkbp:common_sites gptkb:Dancer
arms
back
legs
gptkbp:community_health due to rising rates
gptkbp:condition metastasis
lymph node involvement
gptkbp:death lower in advanced stages
high if detected early
gptkbp:diagnosis biopsy
dermatoscopy
gptkbp:early_detection important for prognosis
gptkbp:early_sign varied colors
irregular borders
asymmetrical moles
larger than 6mm
gptkbp:events necessary after treatment
gptkbp:genetic_studies gptkb:KIT_mutation
BRAF mutation
NRAS mutation
gptkbp:global_incidence increasing
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Melanoma
gptkbp:is_common_in young adults
Caucasians
people with light eyes
people with light hair
gptkbp:number_of_stages Stage 0
Stage I
Stage II
Stage III
Stage IV
gptkbp:prevention gptkb:safety_equipment
avoiding tanning beds
regular skin checks
sunscreen use
gptkbp:public_awareness gptkb:Melanoma_Awareness_Month
gptkbp:research_focus targeted therapies
immunotherapy advancements
genetic profiling
gptkbp:risk_factor family history
fair skin
multiple moles
UV radiation exposure
gptkbp:symptoms skin lesions
pain in the affected area
new or changing mole
swelling of lymph nodes
mole changes
change in the appearance of a mole
dark streak under a nail
mole larger than 6mm
mole that bleeds
mole that changes in size or shape
mole that feels different than others
mole that itches
mole with irregular borders
mole with multiple colors
red or inflamed skin around a mole
scaly or crusty skin around a mole
skin sore that doesn't heal
gptkbp:treatment gptkb:immunotherapy
gptkb:surgery
clinical trials
radiation therapy
varies by individual
chemotherapy
targeted therapy
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Cancer_Immunotherapy
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4