Metastatic Melanoma symptoms
The symptoms of metastatic melanoma woman can be divided into two groups: Symptoms caused by the melanoma at the site where it originated, and symptoms caused by its spread to other parts of the body (metastasis).
The appearance of a new lump on the skin or the change in the appearance of an existing mole or nevus is one manifestation of malignant Melanoma. The lesion may appear asymmetrical or irregular or elevated above the skin surface. It may feel firm or begin to itch, bleed or ulcerate, or it may seem to grow or change in colour or shape over time.
Most cancers including malignant Melanoma often cause weight loss, fatigue, loss of appetite, and vomiting.
When it comes to symptoms of a stage four metastatic melanoma, these depend on the organ affected. It can spread to the bone and liver, but more commonly metastasizes to the brain. Metastatic Melanoma brain manifestations include headache, nausea, vomiting, memory and sleep problems, seizures, loss of balance, loss of vision, personality changes, muscle weakness or paralysis, difficulty walking, and drowsiness to name a few. Metastasis to a bone may cause bone pain or an increased susceptibility to fractures from minor injuries. Liver metastasis may cause jaundice or a tendency to bleed in late cases.
