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What is Melanoma – How does Melanoma Affect People of all Ages? Melanoma has three stages: in situ, invasive, and metastatic. Melanoma comes in different forms — but they are all characterized by rapid and uncontrolled growth of pigment-producing cells. There are several different types of melanoma, but they’re all forms of skin cancer, and they can cause death if not detected and treated early. Remember, everyone has a chance of developing this disease. So even if you’ve never had dusky pigmentation or any other suspicious spots or moles on your body, you should still check your skin and see a doctor annually for routine checks. And if you see something new, see an expert immediately. No spot is non-dangerous, so if you notice something unusual, get it checked out.