If you have been diagnosed with mucosal melanoma, it's very important to follow treatment advice from your doctors. Usually, treatment will involve the immediate removal of the melanoma growth and sometimes chemotherapy. Once you've been treated, you must follow up frequently with your doctor to make sure the melanoma hasn't spread. In some cases, by the time mucosal melanoma is diagnosed, it may have already advanced beyond treatment. It's important to find emotional support for the mental distress that may be caused by this kind of prognosis, so take advantage of support groups and counseling.
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