Melanoma Skin Cancer Treatment | I D Cancer Center Lucknow
Overview
Melanoma is an aggressive form of skin cancer that develops from melanocytes — the pigment-producing cells responsible for skin colour. It is less common than other skin cancers but far more likely to spread (metastasize) if not detected early.
With timely diagnosis and modern treatment, melanoma is highly treatable.
At I D Cancer Center, we provide expert evaluation, dermoscopic assessment, biopsy, PET-CT staging, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and advanced radiotherapy, offering comprehensive care for patients at every stage.
Melanoma is an aggressive form of skin cancer that develops from melanocytes — the pigment-producing cells responsible for skin colour. It is less common than other skin cancers but far more likely to spread (metastasize) if not detected early.
With timely diagnosis and modern treatment, melanoma is highly treatable.
At I D Cancer Center, we provide expert evaluation, dermoscopic assessment, biopsy, PET-CT staging, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and advanced radiotherapy, offering comprehensive care for patients at every stage.
What Causes Melanoma?
The primary cause is damage to skin cells from ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun or indoor tanning.
The primary cause is damage to skin cells from ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun or indoor tanning.
Risk Factors
Excessive sun exposure
History of blistering sunburns
Fair skin, light hair, light eyes
Presence of multiple moles or atypical moles
Family history of melanoma
Weak immune system
Previous skin cancers
Melanoma can also occur in people with darker skin.
Excessive sun exposure
History of blistering sunburns
Fair skin, light hair, light eyes
Presence of multiple moles or atypical moles
Family history of melanoma
Weak immune system
Previous skin cancers
Melanoma can also occur in people with darker skin.
Common Symptoms
Melanoma can develop anywhere — commonly on the back, face, forearms, legs, and in rare cases, under nails or on mucosal surfaces.
Melanoma can develop anywhere — commonly on the back, face, forearms, legs, and in rare cases, under nails or on mucosal surfaces.
Warning Signs – The ABCDE Rule
A – Asymmetry: One half does not match the other
B – Border: Edges appear irregular or blurred
C – Color: Multiple shades of brown, black, red, or blue
D – Diameter: Larger than 6 mm (pea-sized)
E – Evolving: Any change in size, shape, or symptoms (itching/bleeding)
A – Asymmetry: One half does not match the other
B – Border: Edges appear irregular or blurred
C – Color: Multiple shades of brown, black, red, or blue
D – Diameter: Larger than 6 mm (pea-sized)
E – Evolving: Any change in size, shape, or symptoms (itching/bleeding)
Other Symptoms
New pigmented spot
Non-healing sore
Dark streak under a fingernail or toenail
Hard lump under the skin (advanced disease)
Any changing mole should be evaluated promptly.
New pigmented spot
Non-healing sore
Dark streak under a fingernail or toenail
Hard lump under the skin (advanced disease)
Any changing mole should be evaluated promptly.
Diagnosis at I D Cancer Center
Our specialist team uses advanced tools for precise diagnosis:
Clinical examination & dermoscopy
Skin biopsy (excisional or punch biopsy)
Histopathology to confirm melanoma type & depth
BRAF mutation testing
Sentinel lymph node biopsy
PET-CT scan for staging
MRI brain (if required)
Accurate staging guides the most effective treatment plan.
Our specialist team uses advanced tools for precise diagnosis:
Clinical examination & dermoscopy
Skin biopsy (excisional or punch biopsy)
Histopathology to confirm melanoma type & depth
BRAF mutation testing
Sentinel lymph node biopsy
PET-CT scan for staging
MRI brain (if required)
Accurate staging guides the most effective treatment plan.
Treatment Options
Treatment depends on stage, thickness (Breslow depth), and spread.
Treatment depends on stage, thickness (Breslow depth), and spread.
1. Surgery
Primary treatment for early-stage melanoma:
Wide local excision with safe margins
Sentinel lymph node biopsy to detect spread
Lymph node dissection (if nodes are involved)
Primary treatment for early-stage melanoma:
Wide local excision with safe margins
Sentinel lymph node biopsy to detect spread
Lymph node dissection (if nodes are involved)
2. Immunotherapy
Pembrolizumab
Nivolumab
- IpilimumabBoosts the body’s immune system to fight cancer cells.
3. Targeted Therapy
Dabrafenib + Trametinib
Vemurafenib + Cobimetinib
These drugs block specific cancer-driving pathways.
4. Radiation Therapy
Used in:
Brain metastases
Symptomatic bone lesions
Post-operative high-risk cases
Inoperable melanoma
At I D Cancer Center, we use:
IMRT
IGRT
- VMATfor highly precise, organ-sparing radiotherapy.
5. Chemotherapy
Used less frequently but may help in select advanced cases.
Used less frequently but may help in select advanced cases.
Follow-up & Survivorship Care
Melanoma survivors require long-term monitoring.
We provide:
Routine skin checks
Imaging when needed
Education about sun safety
Guidance on early detection of new lesions
Psychological support
Immune therapy follow-up
Nutritional and lifestyle counselling
Our survivorship plan ensures long-term health and quality of life.
Melanoma survivors require long-term monitoring.
We provide:
Routine skin checks
Imaging when needed
Education about sun safety
Guidance on early detection of new lesions
Psychological support
Immune therapy follow-up
Nutritional and lifestyle counselling
Our survivorship plan ensures long-term health and quality of life.
Prevention Tips
Use sunscreen SPF 30+ daily
Wear protective clothing & hats
Avoid tanning beds
Check your skin monthly
Report new or changing moles immediately
Use sunscreen SPF 30+ daily
Wear protective clothing & hats
Avoid tanning beds
Check your skin monthly
Report new or changing moles immediately
Why Choose I D Cancer Center?
Expert team led by Dr. Sunil Kumar
Advanced diagnostic tools (dermoscopy, PET-CT, MRI)
Precision radiotherapy for metastatic melanoma
Immunotherapy & targeted therapy expertise
Multidisciplinary tumour board
Compassionate patient-centered care
Convenient location in Sushant Golf City, Lucknow
Expert team led by Dr. Sunil Kumar
Advanced diagnostic tools (dermoscopy, PET-CT, MRI)
Precision radiotherapy for metastatic melanoma
Immunotherapy & targeted therapy expertise
Multidisciplinary tumour board
Compassionate patient-centered care
Convenient location in Sushant Golf City, Lucknow
