It appears as a thin superficial lesion with variegated color and well-circumscribed but irregular margins. This type of skin cancer evolves over time and can reach a diameter of 25 mm with possible nodular areas. At this stage the prognosis is poor.
Nodular Melanoma
Nodular Melanoma has a frequency of 10 to 15% and is usually found in men around 50 - 60 years. It's characterized by the appearance of a lump that grows quickly in about 6 to 18 months. This type of cancer can affect all parts of the skin and it doesn't have symptoms. Sometimes the diagnosis is difficult because it doesn't show the typical tumoral color.