Melanoma Treatment

In La Jolla

MELANOMA

Introduction

Melanoma is a very rare and very dangerous form of skin cancer. Under the direction of Solomiya Grushchak, MD, a Board Certified Dermatologist & Mohs Micrographic Surgeon, Member of the American College of Mohs Surgery, Medical Surgical & Cosmetic Dermatology, and Christopher Barnard,, MD, FAAD, Jolla Cosmetic Laser Clinic is proud to offer MOHS Surgery and other cutting-edge dermatologic treatments to men and women in San Diego, Encinitas, La Mesa, El Cajon, and surrounding areas of California.

What is Melanoma?

Melanoma is the rarest, but also most dangerous, form of skin cancer. Most patients can recognize melanoma as moles or marks that are abnormally shaped and very dark in color. Although it only affects about one percent of the population, melanoma accounts for most of the deaths caused by skin cancer in the U.S. Thankfully, melanoma can be fully treated and cured if caught early enough. For this reason, we recommend coming in for annual full-body skin exams with Dr. Siddiqui.

What Causes Melanoma?

Melanoma is caused by damage to the DNA of melanocytes or the pigment-making cells within the skin. While normal melanocytes die off and get replaced with new, healthy cells, patients with melanoma experience an overgrowth of these skin cells. Melanoma is most commonly caused by a combination of genetic factors and overexposure to UV light. Patients who have a family history of skin cancer and spend long periods out in the sun without skin protection may be at a higher risk of developing melanoma throughout their lifetime.

How Do I Know If I Have Melanoma?

Early signs of Melanoma include a mole changing in shape or size, or the development of an entirely new growth. While melanoma can be dark brown, black, pink, or white, other signs your mole may be malignant include:

Irregular shape
Irregular borders
Itchiness
Bleeding
Growth to larger than a quarter in size

If you believe you have melanoma, we encourage you to come in for a private consultation with Dr. Siddiqui at your earliest convenience. We’ll be happy to sit down with you, evaluate your skin, and determine whether your lesion should be biopsied for malignancy.

How is Melanoma Treated?

Because everyone’s body is different, each Melanoma treatment will be tailored to the patient. Treatment for your melanoma may include excision of the mole. During your private consultation, Dr. Siddiqui will develop a personalized treatment plan to help you treat your melanoma and achieve the beautiful, healthy skin you deserve.

How Much Do Melanoma Treatments Cost in La Jolla & San Diego?

The cost of your Melanoma Treatments in La Jolla & San Diego will vary depending on the extent of treatment needed to achieve your desired results. La Jolla Cosmetic Laser Clinic accepts coverage from most insurance plans. To get a more accurate estimate of your treatment cost, we encourage you to come in for a private consultation.

Don’t let your abnormal moles go unchecked. To learn more about melanoma treatments for men and women in San Diego, Encinitas, La Mesa, El Cajon, and surrounding areas of California, contact us at La Jolla Cosmetic Laser Clinic today to schedule a consultation.

Why Choose La Jolla Cosmetic Laser Clinic?

With the help of dermatologist, Dr. Faryal Siddiqui, La Jolla Cosmetic Laser Clinic is proud to offer medical dermatology treatments to men and women in San Diego, Encinitas, La Mesa, El Cajon, and surrounding areas of California. Joining our team in 2021, Dr. Siddiqui has helped provide our patients with not only the knowledge of how to achieve beautiful skin, but she’s also added to our culture thanks to her personal approach to each patient. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Sciences with Honors from the University of Texas at Austin and her Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. Dr, Siddiqui is a proud member of the American Academy of Dermatology.

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