SkinCancerNet, website of the American Academy of Dermatology. Describes the risk factors that pre-dispose one to melanoma, including primarily exposure to ultraviolet light from the sun or tanning beds, genetic factors (if a direct relative has had melanoma, or one has fair skin), immunosuppression, or a history or previous malanomas. Explains when to see a dermatologist (if one has atypical moles) to obtain early diagnosis and prevent spread of a potential cancer.
