Melanoma (skin cancer) can develop after several mutations occur in skin cells. If a woman is diagnosed with melanoma and becomes pregnant, what are the chances that her offspring will inherit melanoma?
A) The offspring will certainly be born with melanoma.
B) There is a chance, but it depends on how serious the mother's melanoma is.
C) There is a chance, but it depends on whether or not the father has melanoma.
D) It is unlikely that the offspring will be born with melanoma.

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Melanoma is not an inherited condition but rather one that is caused by mutations in skin cells. It is unlikely that the offspring will be born with melanoma just because the mother had it. However, there may be an increased risk of developing melanoma in the offspring if there is a family history of the disease.

Melanoma (Skin Cancer) Can Develop After Several Mutations Occur in Skin