Melanoma is a type of cancer, most often of the skin. However, melanoma can also occur in the eye (ocular melanoma). Ocular Melanoma — The Basics
Ocular melanoma (OM), or melanoma of the eye, is the most common primary
Sclera
Anterior chamber aqueous body
eye tumor in adults. It is the second most common form of melanoma in the
Choroid
Cornea
Retina
Pupil
United States. Like all forms of melanoma, OM
Fovea
Lens
begins in melanocytes — the cells that color
Blood vessels
Iris
the skin and eyes, and form moles.
Ciliary body
Optic nerve
Suspensory ligament
Optic disc blind spot
Vitreous body
What you need to know
So what do you do if you have just been diagnosed with OM?
What to do next? First, take a breath, stay calm and keep reading.
Once you feel ready, it might help you to learn more about Ocular Melanoma. Research Educate Advocate
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