The prognosis of melanoma depends on the following:
The stage of melanoma: Whether the cancer is found in the outer layer of skin only, or has spread to the lymph nodes, distant locations in the body
The location and size of the tumor
Presence of bleeding or ulceration at the site of the melanoma
The patient’s general health
What to expect if I have Melanoma  (Outlook/Prognosis)?
The prognosis of melanoma depends on the following:
The stage of melanoma: Whether the cancer is found in the outer layer of skin only, or has spread to the lymph nodes, distant locations in the body
The location and size of the tumor
Presence of bleeding or ulceration at the site of the melanoma
The patient’s general health