10 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a predisposing factor for Melanoma?
Regular use of sunscreen
From which of the following benign lesions can melanoma arise?
Junctional naevi
In which site does melanoma occur most frequently?
Lower limbs
Which of the following conditions is characterized by the presence of large numbers of atypical moles (dysplastic nevi) and has a high risk of turning malignant?
Familial Atypical Multiple Mole-Melanoma Syndrome (FAMMMS)
Which of the following sites is categorized as a special site for melanoma?
Nail fold and nail bed (subungual melanoma)
What is the hallmark for subungual melanoma?
Pigment spread to the proximal or lateral nail folds (Hutchinson sign)
Which type of melanoma has the best prognosis due to invasive growth occurring late?
Lentigo maligna melanoma
What is the commonest type of melanoma in dark-skinned people?
Acral lentiginous melanoma
Which staging system detects the depth of penetration of the tumor?
Breslow’s micro-staging
In which phase do nodular melanomas have a vertical growth from the onset?
Vertical growth phase
This quiz provides an overview of melanoma, a malignant tumor arising from melanin producing cells. It covers etiology, predisposing factors such as exposure to sunlight, immunodeficiency, previous melanoma, and familial tendencies.
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