Melanoma vs. Carcinoma: Key Differences in Skin Cancer Types

Hand holding a dermatoscope inspecting a soap bar with dark and pink spots.

Skin cancer is a broad term for cancers that begin in the skin, often after years of sun exposure, though other factors also contribute. Understanding melanoma vs carcinoma helps explain why some lesions need faster treatment and why doctors use different terms. In general, carcinoma refers to cancers starting in the upper skin layers, while […]