Is Melanoma Hereditary? What Genetics Really Tell Us About Skin Cancer Risk
Melanoma is the skin cancer type most associated with inherited genetic changes, but the majority of cases still result from UV exposure.Understanding the relationship between melanoma and genetics can help you assess your risk more accurately and take the right steps toward prevention and early detection.Below, we break down what science currently tells us about hereditary melanoma, genetic risk factors, and how environmental triggers influence skin cancer development.