Dermatology | Melanocytic Nevi & Melanoma

20/12/2025 25 min Episodio 80
Dermatology | Melanocytic Nevi & Melanoma

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Episode Synopsis

🍐 In this episode of PodBites, Joudy Bunian and Salma Nusair guide you through melanocytic lesions — from harmless moles to malignant melanoma — using clinical patterns, classic rules, and exam-defining clues.
🎙️ Tune in to explore:


Melanocytes, pigment lesions, and the epidermal melanin unit


Benign melanocytic nevi and their life cycle


Congenital and dysplastic nevi and melanoma risk


The ABCDE rule for melanoma detection


Melanoma subtypes and growth patterns


Key prognostic factors like Breslow depth


Early excision, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy basics


🌟 A structured, high-yield guide to spotting dangerous moles early and understanding melanoma with confidence.