Most people associate melanoma with skin moles and sun exposure, but this deadly form of cancer can develop in unexpected places including underneath and around the nails. Nail melanoma represents ...

Beyond trimming and painting, nails offer vital health clues. Doctors examine nails for early signs of liver, lung, heart ...

The abundance in Black skin of melanin, the pigment that gives skin its color, offers extra protection from damaging ...

Skin cancer is serious, and there are many misconceptions about what causes it, how to protect yourself, and more. Here, ...

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S., but for Black people, cancer signs can show up in unexpected places, and ...

If you are staring at a dark spot under your fingernail, you may want to see a dermatologist. It could be a form of melanoma. "It is rare, and it's scary that it's rare, because a lot of people ...

Hesitation when it comes to melanoma could be the difference between a simple removal and getting chemotherapy,” Jacqueline ...

Although usually not a concern, a black line on your nail can be a sign of melanoma (skin cancer). It is best to see a healthcare provider for any nail changes. Racial melanonychia is an increase ...

Your toenails could tell you a lot about your health - including nutritional deficiencies, diabetes or circulatory issues, a ...

Melanomas are diagnosed with dermoscopy or total body mapping to check lesions on the skin. If found to be malignant, your doctor will request imaging tests like a CT scan, MRI, or PET scan to gauge ...