Treatment Options
The best treatment depends on your stage of cancer, age, personal preference, and overall health. For early-stage melanomas, treatment may include a biopsy or surgery. Surgical removal (excision) of the affected skin is the most effective treatment for melanoma.
If the cancer has spread beyond the skin, treatment options may include:
Some melanoma treatments being studied in clinical trials include combining chemotherapy and biotherapy, targeted therapy, and vaccine treatment.