To manage acral lentiginous melanoma daily, it's important to follow treatment advice from your doctors. Usually, treatment will involve the immediate removal of the growth and surrounding tissue, but it may involve other treatments like chemotherapy or radiation therapy. Once you've been treated, you must follow up regularly with your doctor to make sure the cancer hasn't come back or spread. Continue doing self-checks for any unusual new skin growths. Being diagnosed with and treated for advanced acral lentiginous melanoma may cause emotional distress, so take advantage of resources like support groups to help you cope with emotional challenges of the disease.
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